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    Should I Follow Up With ROO About Transfer?

    Almost two weeks ago I put in a transfer request for my AROTC Scholarship. I had talked with the ROO at the school and he said "The wait time on that sometimes varies, but I will be following up with Cadet Command to make sure that it is honored on time," when I asked about how long it would...
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    Switching Scholarship

    I was recently admitted to USC (which I had listed as one of my seven schools on the application but it was #7/7) whereas I had listed UGA as my #1/1. I thought I'd end up going to UGA but I am really considering changing my mind and going to USC instead. However, this would change the tuition...
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    Would wisdom tooth removal surgery count as "Any surgery of your face, mandible or jaw"

    Would wisdom tooth removal surgery count as "Any surgery of your face, mandible or jaw"
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    NROTC Application SAT Issue

    The instructions for the SAT Submission page state "List all ACT/SAT scores with test dates from Dec '21 to Jan '23 NOTE: Only SAT/ACT scores received from Dec '21 to Jan '23 will be considered for the 2024 scholarship year." I'm a senior in HS applying for a 2024 scholarship but I didn't take...
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    "Additional Information" Essay AROTC

    The prompt is the following: Please expand on any additional information outlining scholastic, athletic and leadership achievements not otherwise annotated in the previous sections. Although you are not required to do so, you are highly encouraged to do so if applicable. Should I provide...
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    PFA (Army) Scores

    I took it today and got 53 push-ups, 43 sit-ups, and a 7 minute mile. Do I need to take it again?
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    College Selection

    I'm applying for an AROTC scholarship and filled out my college section... however I'm applying to more than 7 schools. If I get into a different school I didn't list but I'd like to attend, would I still be eligible for a scholarship?
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    What to enter for GPA if my school does 4.33 scale

    My school is on a 4.33 scale and I have an unweighted GPA of 4.01... should I enter in a 4.0, 4.01, or something else for the GPA section on the ROTC application portal? It would show the scale and my unweighted/weighted GPA when I upload my transcript file.
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    Home Of Record State

    Hi, I'm filling out the ROTC application and it asks for my Home of Record state and parents Home of Record State... I looked it up and it says that it's the state from which you joined the military in... my parents never served either, what should I respond with?
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    DODMERB ACL Injury

    I came across the forums nearly six years ago when I initially became interested in Service Academies. Now as a Senior, I decided I want a more normal college experience but still want to commission so now I'm focused on ROTC. Unfortunately, I completely tore my ACL in Jan. 2023. I got full acl...
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    Language Credits - HS

    Hey, I'm currently a Freshman heading into my Sophmore year next year. Today I had the chance to meet with my college counselor to signup for my classes next year and create a roadmap to graduation which helps me map out which classes and extracurriculars I'm taking. I'm currently studying...
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    Competitive District

    I know that I still have lots of time to prepare, as I;'m only a Freshman, but I live in a pretty competitive district, due to a a big Navy base in my district, I want to attend USMA, but will likely apply to USNa as well, anything I can do to make myself a more competitive candidate than the...
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    Hi!

    Hello there, I'm going to be a Freshman next year, I joined this forum to get more information about the academy and some helpful tips from the community on how to succeed in high school, making myself an excellent candidate for USMA or USNA.
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    Can I get some advice?

    As I head into my first year of High school , I have on thought in mind, keep the GPA up and find AP classes that you can take. Does anyone have tips or extremities they took to keep up their GPA and course selections? I was looking at the stats and they have a really high GPA, an average of...
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    What are the Best Extra Curricular Courses to Take?

    Ever since I went to an Army base, back in 5th grade, I saw the sense of leadership, respect, and team work that the Army posses. I knew I wanted to be apart of that someday. I did my research and found out how to jump start my Military Career with USMA. Ever since, I've been mapping out my high...
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