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Just saw this today. Update is that I didn't end up dropping out, and I'm very happy about my decision. Now that I'm nearly done with 2nd sailing and approaching 1/c year, I'm excited and glad that I didn't leave. I've now been on two commercial ships that have taught me an incredible amount and...

For context, I successfully completed plebe year with silver and gold stars, did well in the regiment, participated in a ton of waterfront, and played in many musical ensembles. I absolutely loved it. However, the day I stepped foot on a real ship, I truly despised it. The cold metal surrounding...

Yes, the issued boots are not very good, but plebes aren't allowed to purchase their own boots until they're recognized, so I'd hold off. However, once we were recognized, I purchased CATs. Some like Wolverine. Others like Redwing (expensive though).

Hi, I'm reporting on July 10th for the class of 2024 and I'm so excited! I've already got my bag packed, and I believe I've got everything I need. However, to anyone who has been through at least one year at the academy: What toiletries did you bring with you to INDOC, and what, if anything, did...

Hey man, congrats on your appointment! I also received a late appointment mid-may, so I feel your pain. I got a few three packs from Costco, and a buddy at the academy told me that you only actually need a few pairs of white underwear for your inspection drawer. Amazon also comes in handy. See...

Just so everyone knows if you ask your admissions officer what percentage of the waitlist you're in they should tell you. I asked mine and he said I was "low enough down that I should start looking at my backups", which is what I'm doing. It'll definitely end the wait a lot sooner than waiting...

Hey, If you're on the wait list like I am, you can ask your admissions officer where on the list you are percentage wise and they should answer you. Mine told me I was pretty far down and that an appointment that far down on the list is close to impossible, so I'm continuing to my back up career...

Just checked with my officer who said it's just a temporary IT issue and not to expect any change right now.

Hi everyone, I've been checking my portal daily for obvious reasons and it has said 'hold' thus far. However, I checked it this morning and the portal is completely blank except for my email. No status, no scores, nothing. Not sure if anyone else is having this issue or if it's just a technical...

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She's a sophomore and has plenty of time left. Two more years should be plenty of time to improve SAT/ACT scores. No reason to say she likely won't get appointed. Also keep in mind that if she truly wants it and doesn't get in the first time around, she can try again. This is my second year...