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Online again and have the opportunity to answer any questions that candidates may have about Beast. I used these forums to answer all the questions I had, now it's time to give back.

Do we have designated time to label our items (socks, underwear, etc.) on R-Day or during Beast? I read other Academies have periods where cadets label their items with a specified label. Should I label the items at my house or wait until R-Day? I also heard from a cadet a few years ago that...

I have not been able to find a current major list for USMA. I found this catalog online: http://www.usma.edu/opa/clds/West-Point_catalog_07-08.pdf Page 32 lists majors offered at West Point, though this catalog is a few years old. Does anyone have a link to a current catalog, or is this list...

Should cadet candidates shine their low quarters before R-Day? Or are cadet candidates supposed to leave them alone and only shine when instructed by cadre on R-Day? EDIT: I also have a boot cleaning kit. Should I clean my boots before R-Day? Should I bring the cleaning kit with me to West...

I understand incoming cadets take AP validation exams during the first or second week of Beast. How does one qualify for a validation exam? I recently took AP exams earlier this week and last week; the results will not be distributed until late July. Do I simply take the exams because the...

I've read somewhere on the forum that cameras are permitted on R-Day and will not be confiscated during Beast. Is this true? Will cadre disapprove of cadet candidates bringing a camera during CBT? I will obviously not use the camera until I know how my cadre operate, and will only take...

My dad and I live in Florida and he's wondering if he should bother booking a flight for R-Day. He wants to know if there are any special activities for parents or if he should only come for the March Back. Any info is appreciated.

I just read over the Instructions for Candidates PDF again and noticed that the immunization form is due 15 April. I did not realize this until now and I hope to schedule a doctor appointment as soon as possible to avoid turning the form in late. Will Admissions make a big deal out of it if they...

I'm wearing a dress shirt, dress pants and dress shoes the day of my overnight stay at USMA. Are candidates permitted to wear a collared shirt and a pair of jeans the following day when they are leaving USMA? My overnight is scheduled for a Friday and ends on a Saturday if that makes a difference.

The "Instructions for Applicants Offered Admission" pdf is now available on the portal. The link to the information is located in the Offer of Admission box.

I got an email from admissions today that was titled "Holiday Greetings From West Point." I tried to view the email, which is composed of a single picture, but AOL won't load it. What is the picture and/or message in the email? I'm assuming everyone received the same email if appointed.

I've filled out all information except for the uniform. I want to try on shoes at USMA when I visit again, but that most likely won't be until March. Should I just submit my JROTC shoe size? I've heard that we are remeasured on R-Day. Is this true?

A few weeks ago I received a service-connected nomination, completing requirements for USMA admission. I had an LOA and received an offer of appointment within a few days. However, before my reception of the service-connected nomination, I applied to 2 Senators and a Congresswoman for a...

I've been looking online all over and still can't find the date for R-Day. Has the date been determined yet? I thought I read somewhere it was June 27 or 28, 2011.

Does anyone know how long it generally takes to receive a reply from the Secretary of the Army regarding service nominations? I sent my information in requesting a nomination a few weeks ago. I've been checking mail, email and the portal since and I haven't seen any response. Should I expect a...

Senator and Congressman Nomination interviews are approaching! I will have 3 interviews this month. Any tips for prospective cadets seeking a nomination? If you could provide any questions you were asked during your interview it would be a great help. I just want to be as prepared as possible in...

I have letters from a few different sources and I was wondering which should be top-priority. I have a letter from a retired LTC of the Army that is also an assistant coach of my wrestling team. I have a letter from a reverend whom my family has known for a long time. I also have a letter from a...

I was wondering if I should include information about athletic classes I took in the 'Athletics' section of the Candidate Activities Record. I took racquetball and weight lifting classes sophomore and junior year, so should I mention that in the remarks box of the Athletics section? It's...

I just took a practice CFA with my friend. He administered the test according to the time schedule followed on the actual assessment. Here are my results: Basketball Throw: 62 ft (1st), 67 ft (2nd), 73 ft (3rd) Pullups: 14 reps Shuttle Run: 9.3 s (1st), 9.3 s (2nd) Situps: 84 Reps...

I recently tried to update my portal profile, specifically my ACT scores, and I received an email back requesting I fax the results to a particular person involved with admissions. I'm wondering why an admissions person would request a fax of my results if West Point is one of the schools my ACT...