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My son is about to be first class at USNA and is going to get his mechanical engineering degree with a gpa of 3.0 +-. He is strongly considering nuke and seebees. As is dad, I try to stay up on things and am interested in finding out about his chances of getting into either and any thoughts...

Thanks for the empathy, lol. The inquiry was based on a simple conversation I had with my son over Thanksgiving break regarding worst case scenario, and this was one of many considerations, and certainly the most far fetched, hence the post. Rest assured, the moral compass of my son and his...

My son is applying to the USNA, and this is a very real goal for him. His credentials are solid across the board. We live in a competitive state, and he has considered the worst case scenario of not getting in the first time around. If he does not get in, he is considering moving to South...

My son received his TWE yesterday. He has several contingency plans but he is heading to Greystone Prep. I am excited for him, and believe this will be a "view from the valley" that will only make him appreciate his ascent that much more. Delayed gratification is something to learn early in...

How did Greystone experience work out for her? I am considering that too.

All of the above is good advice....of course, I read a bunch of posts and now I feel like I should have a Foundation Program school on my radar...anyone know how to plug into this or if it is something I get from the USNA if I don't get in? I have applied to NROTC schools and have had good luck...

Thank you kinnem. I have been working on my contingency since the fall, and it is looking good. I just discovered these forums and joined....may be more of a curse than a blessing, lol.

What is a "slate"? I plan on calling the Congressional office as I don't know if they use any kind of ranking system (like primary or secondary...letter just said I got the nomination). I am still CPR, so now my only hope is NWL...? And with the NWL, does Congressional district matter? I...

....but candidate also had a Presidential Nomination. How does this work? Did candidate use the congressional slot, or is it still available due to Presidential Nomination? I am qualified in all ways but just waiting now.....