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Hi all! Sorry to bother y'all on the first day of 2023 but I just wanted some advice on picking a major and how the process works. I've always thought that I would go aero, but recently I've started to have second thoughts. A lot of the aero majors I know love it, but I also know many that...

Hi all! Completely random question here but I was wondering what bases we are allowed to access (since we have CACs). Can we access any base like most AD personnel do, or are there some restrictions since we are still mids? Mostly wondering since I will be travelling home to Japan for Christmas...

Hello again! Currently sitting in my room on a Friday night with no homework to do so I thought I'd just answer any questions y'all might have about Plebe Summer or Plebe year so far (5 days and counting). :rockon:

Hi all! My parents are suggesting that I book my flights now for the holidays (Thanksgiving and Christmas), but I am slightly confused about a few things. For Thanksgiving, the USNA calendar says "Fri and Early Schedule" for the last day of class (23 Nov) before Thanksgiving break. In the case...

Hi! Was wondering what y'all recommend for a credit card as a mid - should I be getting one through NFCU, my local bank, or another bank? I know the Amex platinum card used to be popular but apparently (not sure about this) they don't waive the annual fee for mids anymore? Regardless, any...

Just wanted to wish good luck to everyone taking APs soon! Had my AP Chem exam this morning and it did not go well so I'm hoping y'all will do a lot better than me...:laugh:

Hi all! Just had a quick question regarding name tags and why there are different ones out there. I've seen ones (like the ones that are issued over PS) with just a mid's last name and class year, and other name tags with a mid's full name and "U.S. Naval Academy" text underneath their name on...

Does anyone have experience with either the Oakley SI Light Assault Boot or the Danner Tachyons? Or any good boots in general? I've been looking at the Tachyons a lot but I really have no idea about how good they are compared to other boots. Also, not too sure about the sizing for either boot...

Hi all, I'm having a bit of trouble deciding on which SA to attend, and I just thought y'all might be able to help out. I know there have been tons of threads about this topic, but even after reading them, I haven't really been able to make a final decision yet. I was going to wait until...

Hi all! I was just wondering how leave works at USAFA and how it might compare to leave at USNA or USMA. Their FAQ site did provide a bit of help, but it didn't really get too specific on restrictions, specifically on how far a cadet can travel (they did mention boundaries, but they didn't...

Hi all! Wanted to ask if there's any benefit to accepting my appointment now instead of later (in terms of paperwork, forms, or anything else really). I also wanted to ask if I do accept now, if my plans somehow change between now and I-day, can I withdraw my acceptance somehow? I am planning...

Hi all! Just wanted to ask if there will be an email or letter sent to me telling me that my waiver was granted (this is for USNA). My DoDMERB portal shows 'waiver granted' and my USNA portal shows a checkmark, but I have not received any type of email or letter explicitly stating that my...

Hi all, I was lucky enough to receive an LOA earlier this week, but I can't find any info about it in my portal. According to the email I got from admissions, there should be more information about the LOA in my portal, but when I click on 'review' next to my LOA offer, it just shows me my...

Just wanted to give a big thank you to everyone on SAF who has helped me through the process (answering all my questions, giving advice, etc.). It was definitely a very long process but everyone's help and advice really helped me through it. Thank y'all again!

Hi all, I just had a few questions regarding my recent DQ. I was DQ'ed for a 'history of systemic allergic reaction to food or additives.' However, I have actually outgrown my allergy to peanuts and can now eat them regularly (I also have the paperwork proving this). However, I was still DQ'ed...

Hi all, I'm having an issue with my SAT scores and them not showing up in the portal. I've sent in my scores three times now (all around the August/September timeframe), but USAFA has yet to receive them. I've emailed Team Silver multiple times but I haven't gotten a response since early...

Hi all! Just wondering if these CFA scores would be considered as passing or not. (I am a 5'9" male) Basketball throw: 79 feet Shuttle run: 8.8 seconds Pullups: 14 Situps: 80 Pushups: 54 Mile: 6:20 Wasn't too happy with the scores but I just wanted to know if I should consider retaking them or...

Hi all, I am currently living overseas (non-military/government-affiliated) and I am trying to confirm my DoDMETS profile. However, I cannot input my address or phone number since it requires a US address and phone number. I have reached out to the help desk, but they have not replied yet. Any...

I recently visited my allergist and underwent a peanut challenge test. I passed the test with no symptoms or reaction whatsoever. Would this be enough proof to show that I am no longer allergic to peanuts, or would I still have to undergo another peanut challenge test when I go through DoDMERB...

Hi all! I was just wondering if there's a section in the portal to see whether or not your test scores have been received by USAFA yet (similar to the My Progress Tab for the USNA application). I assume it will probably show up once I submit my application (on the checklist items tab) but I'm...