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    Tips for Girls Attending NASS

    Like NavyHoops said, most good advice for USNA SS is not gender-specific. Having said that, there are a couple of things that apply only to girls... - It's a good idea to bring plenty of hair ties, clips, hairspray, etc., but the SS detailers aren't strict about hair. Just make sure it is up and...
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    Random Tips for SS Candidates

    Yes I was in session 1! Haha the poor guy. I think he got in trouble for it...
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    Random Tips for SS Candidates

    So, it’s getting to be that time again! Most candidates probably know by now whether you will be attending Summer Seminar or not. If you didn’t get accepted, no worries. Seriously, getting into SS…or not…is in no way indicative of whether or not you will be appointed to USNA. If you did get in...
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    How Competitive Am I?

    I’m glad that you’re interested in improving your chances at getting accepted! At this point it’s a bit early to guess at your chances of getting into USAFA. Two years of preparation is a long time…I was not even interested in the service academies in my sophomore year of high school and did not...
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    And so my journey ends--or rather, begins! I accepted my appointment to USAFA this evening and...

    And so my journey ends--or rather, begins! I accepted my appointment to USAFA this evening and couldn't be more excited about it! :D
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    I am brand new to this forum, had a few questions about the AFA.

    Hello LHam, First of all, I think it’s awesome that you have been interested in USAFA for so long – not many people know since 6th grade where they want to go to college! I can definitely appreciate the complexities of being a homeschooled student applying to USAFA, as I have been homeschooled...
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    Why are college test scores so important to the Academies?

    I find it interesting that standardized test scores are such a controversial topic as they pertain to the academies. In my humble opinion, the function of an SAT/ACT score in an academy application is not so much to show pure academic intelligence as it is two show your performance in two...
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    USAFA Candidate Writing Sample (and other personal statements)

    First of all, I realize my reply to your post is way too late to be useful to you - but you asked a great question and hopefully my experience will help some anxious lurker hoping to find inspiration (like I was at the essays stage of my application.) Short answer: Yes! I strongly recommend...
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    Your son/daughter goes where???

    Me: My top two college choices are the Air Force Academy and the Naval Academy. Professor: If you change your mind partway through, you may have a hard time finishing your education. A lot of state schools won't accept transfer credits from the "big-name" schools. Me: o_O Professor: You also...
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    Best ways to prepare for SAT/ACT

    You didn't mention what grade your son is in, but I will assume he is no higher than junior year (since it's a bit late if he's a senior.) I would advise him to take both the ACT and SAT - many people have a preference for one over the other. (I strongly prefer the ACT, but that's just me.) If...
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    USAFA Class of 2021 Appointments

    I submitted my application the last week of October. Senator Nelson notified me of my nomination in mid-November and my representative (Mr. Bilirakis) also nominated me about a week later. Raptor22, the date on my appointment letter is 2/7/17. (Although it was not up before the 11th; I...
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    USAFA Class of 2021 Appointments

    Starchaser21/Self/No LOA/Appt. Feb. 9, 2017/FL/Senator Nelson I got the call from Senator Nelson's office on the 9th and this morning my portal was updated! :)
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