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Howdy again y’all, I finally have 2 drafts I really like! I used all advice and now deciding between 2 essay themes to wrap the 3 points (which are pretty common unfortunately). 1. One theme is heavily about my dad’s influence. (Appeals to ethos, pathos, etc. feels a bit like a pity party...

Howdy y’all, Yesterday I started looking into USCGA as my plan B and I’m already starting to really like it :popcorn1: (maybe it will turn in to plan A?) I am interested in the “drug interdiction” career, but would like to get a better idea of their duties as officers. Are there traveling or...

Howdy y’all, I recently began looking into various prep schools for USMA. I am a little bit unsure of the process of attending MMI. Are students given scholarships from USMA to attend MMI without applying to MMI? or, do I apply separately to the Marion Military Institute? If so, when does this...

Howdy y’all My school has no JROTC. I want to change this and create one for my school even though I am going to be a senior. Any advice or tips at all for me? Who should I contact to discuss with? What would be the requirements? I am planning on talking with my grade’s counselor and a veteran...

Hello again folks, I have a question about the “why you want to go” essay. I am conflicted, because I have a lot to write (several reasons) to fit in so little space. I know many others struggle with this too, but would it be better to focus on one central reason? or several reasons all...

Hey y’all, I am wondering if I should aim for the prep school (USMAPS/MMI/NMI) before West Point. Coming out of high school, I have no military back ground in my family and no military experience, and not much technical military knowledge so I feel that this would put me behind in West Point...

Hey folks, I am worried about my Honors math grade. This semester I got a C- (junior)... I am great in other areas (except for understandable difficulty in AP chem). Can someone pls give me input on if my chances to academy are decreased significantly? And any suggestions to make up for this...

Hello, Very broad question but what’s parents weekend like? I read Fri: Academy visits/tours for families Sat: Football game Sunday: xxx How does this weekend work for plebes in their free time? Ie. Do they have to stay on base, etc. Thanks, Ullia

I am touring the AFA this week with my cousin. Can I checkout the Cadet Area Gym? I’d like to see as much as I can, and since I plan on doing competitive weight lifting, this would influence my decision.

Hello all, I am interested in Army ROTC program for my local college, but I am confused on how the application process for this works. I am also applying to WP. Would any of you mind explaining how ROTC applications work (for high schoolers). 1. Do I apply to the SA and ROTC program...

Hi all, I am interested in going into a warfare career after SA/ROTC/etc. I am in high school and strong in academics, but I do not stand out in sports/athletically. I have a passing CFA though. I want to attend SA, is because this will ready me physically to join the Marine...

Hi, may any of you please post good examples of resumes? One that would be an ideal student appointed to the SAs. Also, you are all more than welcome to post your own resume. Thank you very much to all!

Hi, does anybody know how strict the dodmerb is on scarring? I have a few large noticeable scars on my bicep, from an incident at the beach, but they are all healed. I also have one on my cheek from a snake bite a long time ago. None of these will interfere with the military equipment. Would I...