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Still no sign of BFE :/ The wait’s driving me a little crazy with the lack of other things to think about but oh well

Update: Portal changed this morning, still waiting on BFE. Fingers crossed for tomorrow.

Not sure if this is because of COVID-19 causing them to put a halt on signups or if it's actually the case but all dates are showing up as maxed on capacity. I was really hoping to visit campus at least once before accepting my appointment but it's not really looking like it's gonna be possible...

If you want the best chance of really anything enlisting in the Nat Guard is kinda the move. You get access to service-connected nomination (which all you have to do for is get your commander to sign a short eval form) and are able to compete for a number of fixed enlisted slots which have...

Thanks and no not yet.

How long does it usually take to arrive? My congressman’s office was notified wednesday evening and I’ve been checking informed delivery obsessively since.

This is definitely something to consider. I was very lucky in that my recruiter went out of her way to set up a meeting for me with the commander of my RSP unit. Also, I remember reading something along the lines of the Texas ARNG having a policy of only sending one soldier to USMA yearly, so...

I enlisted in December and wasn’t able to get anything before mid-August. This was for OSUT though so OP may still have a chance.

I’m currently in the national guard and following a quite similar path. To secure an enlisted nomination you must graduate basic prior to R-day and be endorsed by your company (or higher) commander. In my case I’ve already spoken to the commander of my RSP unit and he has communicated a...

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Something to consider based on your post history as a USNA hopeful: If you were to join the USMC Reserves you would have access to an additional, fairly easy to attain nom source in the form of your CO's endorsement and (assuming the process is similar to USMA) significantly better chances...

He will PCS there. Also, if you don't mind my asking, what are his stats? I'm also an enlisted soldier applying for 2024 and am trying to get a frame a reference of what it takes to get a direct appointment. Thanks and congrats on his appointment.

I know it's pretty early in the timeline for us, but I saw there was a thread like this for USAFA and figured it'd be nice to have a dedicated place for dialogue regarding any issues, questions, or otherwise specific to enlisted applicants.

Anyone else having trouble logging in? I know I have my info correct but am still unable to login. Worked fine yesterday so I’m unsure if it’s just some site issues/maintenance thing or I should contact them to work it out.

I had a file open for the class of 2023; however, I didn't receive a nomination this year and am looking to reapply for 2024. What action should I take now to have my file changed to 2024? I also joined the National Guard recently and need my file to be changed to reflect my status as an...

Also the other question I meant to ask: is it at all possible that the congressional board might make an exception and convene early/late considering I’ll be at benning during the normal interview window?

I’m in a somewhat unusual situation as a high school senior who will be attending 11B OSUT starting in the fall (would have liked it have been in the summer but unfortunately not a possibility). I know I’d qualify for the service-connected nomination, but I wouldn’t be graduating OSUT until mid...

Hi, I’m currently a HS senior planning on enlisting in the Guard next summer and eventually pursuing USMA. If you don’t mind my asking, what were your HS stats (GPA, SAT, etc.), and how was the process of getting letters of rec and commander’s endorsement? Also did you seek normal nom and how...

Strong SAT, which evidently sees greater consideration in the case of post-HS and particularly prior E applicants.

Offers me an additional nomination source and in no way impairs my seeking a commission through ROTC should USMA fall through due to any unforeseen issues. I’m also aware enlisted applicants are allotted a certain number of slots each year, and feel that among enlisted applicants my academic...