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    To Those Who Got the Bad News...

    It's been a while since I have posted on here, but it's around that time where everyone starts to hear back regarding their application status. To those who received appointments you have a hard road ahead of you, but one that is incredibly rewarding. I look forward to seeing you this summer...
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    Good luck ‘26!

    I-Day is just around the corner and the summer of your lives is about to begin. Best advice I can give is to maintain a positive attitude and always be there for your classmates. There will be rough days, but some of the greatest memories of your lives are just ahead of you. Push hard, write...
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    Current Plebe - Ask Away!

    As appointments start to roll out and preparations start to be made, let me know if you have any questions! I did NROTC before coming to the academy and can answer questions about that if needed. It also took me three times to get into the academy so I implore those who do not get in to continue...
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    For those reapplying...

    I wanted to wait to write this post until I officially accepted my appointment to the Naval Academy which I did this morning! For those of you who have seen my posts you will know it took me longer than normal to obtain an appointment to the Naval Academy. Applying to college was an interesting...
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    Greatest Day of my Life

    Just finished at the gym and received a call from my Senator saying I received an appointment to the United States Naval Academy. I was just waitlisted last week and I am in complete shock.
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    Wait List

    Good Morning All, This morning I was placed on the Wait List and I fully intend to accept a spot. Just thought I would inform the community because I have not heard of this happening before now. Good luck to everyone and remember that no matter what happens, you should never give up on your dream.
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    DoDMERB to USNA Timeframe

    Over Spring Break I told myself that I would not check my application because I wanted a week to not think about the process. I checked my portal this morning and I saw that my medical qualification has not updated in my portal. With Covid and admissions being busy I understand that it will take...
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    Admission Details

    After doing some perusing on the Naval Academy Admissions website I came across some information that candidates typically ask during the admissions process. I just thought that this was interesting coming from the official source of Naval Academy Admissions. If you want to do more research then...
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    DoDMERB Medical Not Received

    I received an email from DoDMERB stating that they have not received the paperwork from my medical. They received the paperwork from my optometrist and I have attempted to call and email with no response. Should I just continue calling or should I wait it out for a response?
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    Going Forward..

    Unfortunately, I received a TWE as a college re-applicant but I am keeping my head up and ready to start the process over again. I emailed my BGO regarding improvements that could be made on my application but have not gotten a response. Is there any way to get in contact with someone in...
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    Frustrating College Transcript Situation

    Hello everyone, I was hoping if someone could help clarify a current problem I am having with sending off my college transcript. My official transcript was not posted until the 10th of January and that was the earliest I could get it sent off but unfortunately the registrar’s office messed up...
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    Problems with posting...

    It does not occur every time, but sometimes when I post I get a message that says, "This message is awaiting moderator approval, and is invisible to normal visitors." Does anyone know why this happens now and then. Hopefully I did not get in trouble or anything and I don't think I have broken...
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    VIP - Very Important Poll

    Tomorrow is the biggest football game of the year for both teams and it will definitely be a close, hard-fought game. Navy is currently 9-2 and ranked 23rd in the nation. Army is 5-7 and currently unranked. In the end it doesn't matter what record each team has because this game makes or...
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    Current NROTC Midshipman - Ask away!

    Currently I am a fourth class midshipman in NROTC and I am finding my way through the first semester at university. This summer I attended New Student Indoctrination (First Session, Alpha Company) which is required to commission in NROTC now. Also, I am a college programmer which means that I am...
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    Representative Death

    Good Afternoon all, Unfortunately, congressman Elijah Cummings passed away a few weeks ago and we remember his great service to our district, state, and country. I didn't want to post this earlier out of respect for his service and commitment, but Elijah Cummings was my congressman and I don't...
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    Re-applicant webcast tonight!

    USNA admissions will be hosting a webcast tonight for college re-applicants starting at 1900 (7PM). More information is available on the USNA admissions social media pages. Thought I would let everyone know and best of luck to everyone through this admissions cycle! Don’t Give Up the Ship!
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    Candidate Activities Record

    Hello all, I am a current reapplicant about to enter my first year of college. I just had a quick question about the Candidate Activities Record in terms of entering new data for extracurricular activities in college. The form only gives the option for activites and sports completed during 10th...
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    USNA Football Documentary

    I saw a thread a while back in which a member asked about good movies that involved the Naval Academy. Although they are not movies "A Season with Navy Football" and "A Game of Honor" are two fantastic documentaries that showcase the Navy football program (and a little bit of West Point in the...
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    USAFA soccer player drafted into the MlS

    To all the soccer fans out there, I was really excited to see that the Seattle Sounders drafted C1C Tucker Bone as the 20th overall pick. I don’t know how many players from the USAFA have been drafted over the years but it looks like I will be spending some money on his jersey! Here’s the...
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