Hey y'all, once or twice a year, I post an update to just see how I am doing, what I need to be doing better, and what my chances are in general. I did one last semester and was not planning to do another for a while, but a lot changed so I decided to do one this semester. I DO KNOW THAT NO ONE...
Hey Y'all, I am a sophomore in High School (Class of 2027). I'm starting my application for USAFA, USNA, and USMA next year. However, it appears that my family is going to be moving states over the summer. Will this affect my chances? Also, what steps should I take when I arrive in the place I...
Hello! I am currently applying for USAFA, but I'm having some confusion about how nominations through a AFJROTC unit work. I have a few questions regarding AFJROTC nominations to the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA). Specifically:
Does the AFJROTC unit need to currently be distinguished...
For some context, I am currently a candidate for USAFA for the class of 2029. I received both an LOA from USAFA and a nomination from one of my state's senators. I just received notice today that I was denied a medical waiver for syncope. The syncope in question was passing out after a cross...
Hi all,
I've been a reader of the service academy forums for a while, but this is my first time posting. I currently have 2 nominations for USNA, and 1 for both USMA and USAFA. I am currently academically and physically qualified, but waiting on a waiver for my medical. I have had my exam...
I am trying to find the sheet that I can print out to give my CFA Examiner for USAFA, but I can not find it. The CFA section of the candidate packet states that you should "Give your examiner the CFA Score Sheet you printed from your online status page and ask them to record your performance on...
for any USNA/USAFA grads/currently attending
i am currently in the process of deciding between the two schools and i have spots at both because of sports recruiting.
my main question is
why usafa? why usna? what compelled you to choose one over the other and what info should i know before...
for any USNA/USAFA grads/currently attending
i am currently in the process of deciding between the two schools and i have spots at both because of sports recruiting.
my main question is
why usafa? why usna? what compelled you to choose one over the other and what info should i know before...
hello! i am a freshman in highschool, and i’ve wanted to go to USAFA since i was 10 years old (and become a fighter pilot). recently, i had to get a spinal fusion for scoliosis and i felt crushed when i saw how difficult it was to obtain a waiver for my condition. i am about 5 months post-op...
Hello y'all,
Recently, due to adverse circumstances, I was forced to switch my High School from a small vocational school (~180 students) halfway through the year to a much larger (~2000 students) school. I am currently a rising sophomore, and outside of school I'm a competitive fencer (E...
Im 2025 Senior, incoming for 2029. I have strong athletics including internationally competing for the United States with decent academics. Im highly interested in the school and have been communicating with my sports coaches on the admissions process and such.
Therefore, I was wondering if it...
I am currently serving as a KATUSA in the Korean army, while also being augmented to the U.S. Army.(Will be done next year and planning on applying to USAFA for next year(Not an international applicant)) Due to my mandatory service, I am not enrolled in high school or college at the moment...
I’m working as a cadre for USAFA BCT in Barbarians. I was wondering if any grads knew more history about the patch, specifically what the HH means. I know the patch is based on a sign at Jacks Valley a few years back, but don’t know what the HH stands for on the sign and now the patch. Any...
Hey everyone!
I’m looking to hear from anyone who has experienced or whose sons or daughters have experienced severe concussions from the mandatory boxing program at the US Air Force Academy. If you or your cadet has been affected, could you share your experiences and any outcomes?
Thanks in...
Hi, I'm currently a sophomore in a Texas high school. Since 8th grade, I've wanted to join a military school. I initially wanted to go to the Naval Academy instead of the Air Force Academy, so I attended the Naval Academy last summer for swimming training, and I'm going to a STEM camp this...
Hello all. I'm currently a sophomore in high school and during my first semester I learned about the service academies. I first learned about USAFA and was already set on going there to be a pilot (like everyone else lol). I then learned about the USNA and have always kinda had a draw to the...
Hello I am a senior in highschool trying to figure out what to do about in the Airforce Academy. I have had my mind set on nursing as of now but I am confused with the whole process, I know the case my does not offer nursing as a major and I have looked at the USAFA requirements for healthcare...
Just saw this announced by Service and Academy and ROTC Scholarship Insiders through a video. This will be in effect for USAFA, USNA and USMA for applicants to the c/o 2029 and to summarise:
MOCs can nominate 15 candidates on a slate
The number of appointments for Qualified Alternates is...
Hi y'all, I'm currently a HS junior who had to move to Korea recently for financial reasons. I'm writing this because I am consolidating my chances of actually being admitted into USAFA. I feel like having to move halfway through junior year screwed me over and am kinda lost as to what I should...
Hey all. First time making a post but I'm in a difficult situation and would like some feedback. I have applied to USAFA and the Naval Academy, and additionally have nominations to both from my district representative. I have been offered the AFROTC commander scholarship to a decent school in my...