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I remember browsing these forums before I came to USAFA and found some use in them. I'm opening it up to all questions about the Academy and what it has to offer. However, I do not have any involvement with the admission processes. I'm heading to graduate school after graduation and then pilot...

Hi all, So I am making a plan B if on the extreme off chance I am sent home during basic from injury. I know this doesn't happen often, but I feel the need to have a solid plan B if somehow how it did. So the question is, should I accept my AFROTC scholarship (non-binding) just in case this...

Due to financial hardships, I haven’t had the opportunity to tour the academy yet. How much is it recommended to visit before BCT? Is it really necessary? Thanks

Basically what the title says. If I’m not accepted into USAFA, I plan to major in aerospace engineering at an accredited program where the course is quite difficult. I read some where like 10-15% have a 3.5+ GPA (not to say it’s not achievable). I know GPA plays a prominent role in your score...

So I was wondering what are y’all think about putting down that you were nominated by Congressman X and Representative Y on your resume? It is a pretty competitive process, but then again, it’s just a nomination. Thoughts? Thanks

So I was talking to one of my aunts last night, and USAFA/College was brought up. She asked if I had visited yet, and I responded no as it is kinda out of the budget for my family and me. She insisted though a visit or tour would show your seriousness about attending that specific institution. I...

Anybody else check their portal like 20 times a day for an update like me?

Hi all, I am having my Congressional Nomination interviews soon and I am facing a minor dilemma. As of right now, I have pretty long hair as a guy (barely touching my shoulders) and multiple people have told me to/not to cut my hair for the interviews. I see both their views valid as whether...