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Hey everyone, I have a few questions regarding AROTC. I am currently applying for the Army ROTC National Scholarship. Couldn't find definitive answers using the search function 1. Regarding the scholarships, does selecting a Major give ANY advantage/disadvantage in getting the scholarship? I...

I am applying to VMI, and have a 18 (superscore) on my ACT, a 4.21 GPA, am involved heavily in CAP, baseball, and leadership club at my school. Also, I am African American. I am going into my senior year. What are my chances?

Hello folks, I have had this condition (self-diagnosed) for about 2 years (on and off). No doc has ever diagnosed this condition. The symptoms are mild and only affect 3 of my fingers, and it is hardly noticeable. I only use regular hand lotion every so often. I just went through an extremely...

It is my fate to serve as an officer in the military, and honestly, I have trouble seeing myself elsewhere. That being said, I know the ONLY thing that is stopping me from going to ROTC/SA would be medical. (even though i have no injuries/diseases/etc that have been diagnosed and would lead me...

I am brand new when it comes to military medical standards. If anyone would be kind enough to offer advice, I would be thrilled! I am allergic to cat, dog, and deer (LOL) dander from their fur. With the dander, I get icthy eyes, runny nose and I sneeze. Also, I get the seasonal "hay fever" in...

I am currently applying to USAFA and I also will be a recruited athlete. This is the weird thing: my drive to USAFA happened before I was considered a recruited athlete. The end of 8th grade was when I decided I wanted to serve in the AD AF and I have been striving for USAFA ever since. The...

What is the likelihood of becoming an active duty officer in the US Navy after USMMA? Or any AD officer in any branch for that matter? Is becoming a combat engineer or “Sapper” in the US Army extremely unlikely?

I have a skin condition called rosacea. It’s a condition where your cheeks are flushed and red. It is very mild and has never been diagnosed by a doctor. As a matter of fact, I had a general check up a few weeks ago and my doctor said nothing about it! I am seeking an appointment to one of the...

I am currently a sophomore planning to apply to the USNA, USAFA, and USMA. Getting an appointment to one of these academies would be a dream come true for me. As far as my academics go, I am enrolled in the International Baccalaureate program and hold a cumulative GPA of 3.88. I haven't taken...