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I am triple Q'd and nominated. My representative did not list a preferred candidate on his list, so I understand the 10 people on his list are competing against each other for an appointment. I understand that if I am not the one chosen, then I would go into a nationwide pool of candidates...

Discouraging Well, this is all pretty discouraging. I am in a district where tons of students want to go to the Naval Academy. Because our school system is excellent, there are many candidates with great academic records and high SATs. I have solid academics, good SATs, and outstanding...

Wow Are there really 1,200 Triple Q's who don't get nominations of any kind? I thought each representative or Senator can submit a list of 10 and that if you are on a list and the Academy wants you, you get in. Re: Political influence. It's good to hear that it doesn't happen, although with...

Not to borrow trouble, but, as a candidate who is Triple Q'd, what options do I have if I don't get a nomination from my senators or representative? Does anyone ever get a nomination from a senator or congressman outside their state? Is it worth to look for one if I don't get one from my...

I received a letter from the Academy saying "The admissions board has reviewed your record and determined that you are board qualified for an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2015." Anyone knows what this means?

LOA There seem, however, to be a lot of people on this site who have gotten LOAs. How many of those do they give out and should I be discouraged if I haven't gotten one? I've been told I'm a strong candidate and my application is complete.

How long? Does anyone have any idea how long it takes the Academy to send out LOA's after an admissions board meets? I know the board met Sept. 9. My life dream is to attend the academy. When should I begin waiting outside for the mailman?

Essays Anyone have any thoughts about how much help can be given on essays? My B and G officer made some editorial suggestions on my applicant essay. How about others?

Left out? I have been told I am a strong candidate and have received an e-mail saying I was on a "very short list of candidates" and encouraged to get my application completed, but I was turned down for NASS and I haven't been invited to any candiate weekends. That's a bit discouraging. Perhaps...

LOA For me, it was pretty discouraging not to get into NASS. Then I found out that if you are from Maryland, it's almost impossible to get in because they figure you can visit the Academy anytime you want. And, of course, I've been there a zillion times, as my two grandfathers and...

LOA You sound impressive too! I think one thing going for us is that the Academy knows what it is looking for and has years of experience finding it. They are looking for the whole person, not just the academic whiz kid --someone they can someday give command of a billion-dollar aircraft...

LOA FutureNavyPilot: Actually, that is what my e-mail said too: "Your record looks mpressive so far" and "you are on a very short list of candidates." I asked two admissions officers at an Navy open house and they said that e-mail was not sent to everyone and indicated that it is a positive...

LOA Recruited athletes can get them earlier I think. I talked to a good LAX player who already had his, but he said the Academy sends all its LAX and football recruits to NAPS. That's where he is going. I have been told I am a strong candidate and received an email telling me I was among a...

LOA I understand the admissions board is meeting today for the first time. Will the B and G officer be able to tell whether I am going to be offered a LOA or do I have to wait for the mail? I also heard that it is really advantageous to have a complete application for this first meeting...