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This is not a recent change either; it was implemented in around 2017.

Not completely true. 2.6 is the minimum GPA, 2.0 is the minimum MPA and PEA. You must not be on any probations either. The selection process includes much more than just that…I have seen plenty of cadets who meet the minimums get selected over 3.5+ GPA cadets. The interview, written application...

Not sure where this rumor came from. I have not heard anything regarding a petition being passed around nor hundreds of fellow cadets signing it. The military is not a diplomacy and we understand that. "...it is odd that she has had the Wing on restriction for much of this semester." The wing...

This would be an excellent thread to read which addresses your question: https://www.serviceacademyforums.com/index.php?threads/sports-and-your-academy-application.44076/

All basics who successfully completed BCT will receive shoulder boards. The eight outstanding basics (one from each BCT squadron) will receive contrails from the legacy class graduates during the Acceptance Day parade tomorrow.

In years past, all USAFA basics go to the dentist for a checkup. If a cavity is found, you will be treated then if it is a pressing issue, or given a referral for treatment on base after basic training.

Completely agree with VDI here. Often times the USAFA internet has been down, and having Boingo available to do assignments and other work is very beneficial as well. Cadets also use it for their phones to video-call family.

As a freshmen you will not be issued a storage locker. They are a privilege allocated for the upper three classes. You will have a trunk and may be able to store it in there. Many freshmen are in three-man rooms, which are the same size as two-man rooms with an extra desk and bed. Hence, space...

No one here can speculate on your chances, that is up to admissions. It sounds like you are heading in the right direction, but don't assume things until you have an appointment in your hand. Best of luck and thank you for your willingness to serve.

For all appointees, User TeddyPlus4 posted a very realistic post which you will benefit in reading from. I believe it is worth sharing here. Teddy, I hope you are ok with me posting a link to it. It can be found here...

I have no idea if this post is sarcastic or not. You can definitely travel abroad during your break. At USAFA there is a system for gaining approval. Over break cadets I know went everywhere from Turks and Caicos to Ukraine. I wouldn't foresee Switzerland being an issue at all. There are no...

Speaking from direct experience, the cadre will not check the color of your underwear. Bringing colors outside of white will be fine.

For the forms issue, he should have been given a point of contact at USAFA to call who can assist on that. In terms of the fitness test, USAFA works a little differently than the other service academies in terms of fitness testing during summer seminar. He will take a practice fitness test...

Have you contacted your admissions counselor and/or ALO?

What summer program are you referring to? If you are talking about summer seminar, which high school students attend during the summer between their junior and senior years, then no, you do not need to be in JROTC to attend.

Like you said, the Academy is not your typical college. There are many graduates who met their spouse during their time as a cadet. Upon graduation, when you are no longer a cadet and therefore allowed to marry, the cadet chapel will be quite full with weddings. So dating between cadets...

Kidchaor is doing a great job here on this thread, please don't let me steal your thunder or hesitate to chime in. As a fellow classmate (CHAP) I figured I may be able to provide some insight on this one. If your son is coming from the prep school then he should have an understanding of what...

Congressmen notify out of courtesy but it is not the official notification. If they have resigned, but you received a nomination from them which is displayed in your USAFA portal, then you are still in the running. Official notification will come direct from USAFA via e-mail with your...

Can confirm, this is correct.

If this is an application for the class of 2024, then she is filling out the pre-candidate questionaire which is shorter as you mentioned. Sometime in June or July of this summer, based on her pre-candidate questionaire, her status will change from 'Applicant' to 'Candidate' where the rest of...