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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...

Since I spent quite a while going through every eczema related thread on here I guess now that I have gotten a waiver for it I may as well make a thread of my own about it for other eczema sufferers. Currently the medical standard for eczema is no medication beyond moisturizer and 1%...

Hi all, and thanks in advance for your response. I was curious if the DODMERB process has a specific deadline to be completed by, and if it’s completion is necessary to hear back from the service academies. My application has been submitted since December 18th, but I haven’t been able to...

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...

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...

Hi! I am looking to apply for the Naval Academy. I am also an Ice Skater. I know USNA has a hockey team, I was wondering if they have a figure skating program too? Any information would be helpful! Thanks 😊!

So I'm applying currently and I was wondering about the tattoo policy as I am getting a Cross tattoo the day of my 18th birthday. I just wanted to make sure that getting a tattoo with religious connotations will not affect my chances during my application

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...

Hi all, I’ll be attending the Candidate Visit Weekend (CVW) on September 19th and was wondering if anyone had any useful tips or words of advice before I attend. All candidates attending CVW feel free to respond to this post as well as prior candidates and/or plebes. Any parents or previous or...

Hey! I’m looking to apply to the naval academy (USNA) and was curious about the HPSP scholarship for medical school. I am interested in entering the medical corps after college. What are the requirements for it, what should I major in, and should I mention HPSP to the blue and gold officer? Also...

Hey! One thing I have been really interested in was the silent drill team at USNA. I was wondering when and how I could Mabel try out? I was also wondering what the qualifications and requirements that are needed for the drill team. Thanks!

Hey! I am a student looking to join the Naval Academy for Summer STEAM. I was looking around on the website and noticed that it only says “applications closed”. I was wondering when the applications would open, when they close, and how soon I should hear back from them? Thank You!

Hey! I have a question about the ribbons midshipmen wear. I know that during plebe summer, plebes go and train with arms. But during that time, do midshipmen also get qualified in arms? How to midshipmen get a marksmanship ribbon? I’m really curious.

Hello, I am a rising Junior and I recently decided that I wanted to apply to the Naval Academy. I have very strong academics and am training to meet the physical requirements for admission. However, in middle school I was in a school shooting. Fortunately I was not physically harmed and...

It sounds like there's a high rate of Lyme disease in ticks in the Mid-Atlantic region. Was curious if over plebe summer you "tick check" shipmates? At encampment for CAP, we would quickly survey each other while doing outdoor activities (PT, etc.)...

Hi everyone! I’m from FL and I was appointed on April 2nd— but have not received my BFE in the mail (im just so excited for it!!!) for USNA appointees who live in FL, how long did it take for u to get your BFE in the mail after being notified of appointment? any input is appreciated!

Getting ready to start applying to colleges and the academy soon. What are some really got NROTC schools to apply to and how does the application for NROTC work?