Accepted to MMI: SAP-USCGA...What should I be prepared for?

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MrFiggs

MMI CGA self '22
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Today I received news that I was accepted to Marion Military Institute, which I am very grateful for. I've searched youtube and MMI's website but have found little in the way of describing the daily life/schedule of cadets. I noticed that they do some type of basic training the first 3 weeks. What does this entail? Do I need to buy anything in advance? (Boots, low-quarters, etc.)

In addition, what would the daily schedule look like for an MMI cadet?
 
MrFiggs said:
Today I received news that I was accepted to Marion Military Institute, which I am very grateful for. I've searched youtube and MMI's website but have found little in the way of describing the daily life/schedule of cadets. I noticed that they do some type of basic training the first 3 weeks. What does this entail? Do I need to buy anything in advance? (Boots, low-quarters, etc.)

In addition, what would the daily schedule look like for an MMI cadet?
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marionmilitary.edu

Cadet Manual - Marion Military Institute

This Manual outlines the policies, rules, and regulations describing the conduct expected of a MMI cadet.
marionmilitary.edu marionmilitary.edu
 
MrFiggs said:
Thanks!
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Your uniforms are provided and paid for in your fees. This includes boots. You will need to provide your own running shoes. There will also be a list of items you should bring and things you shouldn't bring. This is not typical college where you can decorate your room. It is intentionally spartan to replicate a military decorum and lifestyle. Time to get used to it!
 
Congrats to you! My son is currently at MMI and has had a great experience there! If you want to connect with him feel free to pm me. A wonderful mom advised us to bring the following : lightweight blanket, twin fitted bed sheet and a set of bed-sheet holder straps (so you can leave your bed made at all times), a small trash can, small fan, quarters for laundry, digital watch with vibrating alarm, command strips and tacks for bulletin board. You are allowed a 4" suit bag containing some civilian clothes - jeans, shorts, khakis, couple of collared shirts. She also recommended learning to roll socks "ranger roll style" from You Tube videos. Hope this helps!
 
NavyMomtobeHopefully said:
lightweight blanket, twin fitted bed sheet and a set of bed-sheet holder straps (so you can leave your bed made at all times)
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Is that for sleeping on top of the premade bed? I’ve read somewhere that the cadets make their bed and then use a light blanket to sleep on top so the bed is always made (put the blanket away for room inspections).
 
mamabear1302 said:
Is that for sleeping on top of the premade bed? I’ve read somewhere that the cadets make their bed and then use a light blanket to sleep on top so the bed is always made (put the blanket away for room inspections).
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Yes! You can quickly pull the fitted sheet and store it away for inspections! The bed-sheet holder straps keep your blanket snug and inspection ready!
 
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