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Ash42

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What do you think my chances are at getting the Type 1 scholarship this year? I'm a high school senior. First pick for major is general studies (specifically nutrition and dietetics or public health), second is biochemistry, third is biochemical engineering. 4.0 unweighted GPA, 4.39 weighted, 32 ACT (not superscored), in Civil Air Patrol for one year and led Great Start, section leader of marching band for two years, some volunteer service, and graduating from high school in 3 years instead of 4. Didn't pass PT yet, but training. Do have to go through the medical waiver process.
 
Ash42 said:
What do you think my chances are at getting the Type 1 scholarship this year? I'm a high school senior. First pick for major is general studies (specifically nutrition and dietetics or public health), second is biochemistry, third is biochemical engineering. 4.0 unweighted GPA, 4.39 weighted, 32 ACT (not superscored), in Civil Air Patrol for one year and led Great Start, section leader of marching band for two years, some volunteer service, and graduating from high school in 3 years instead of 4. Didn't pass PT yet, but training. Do have to go through the medical waiver process.
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My DS won the T-1, similar stats as yours, great GPA & test score, you'll have to commit to engineering if you want a fighting chance though, check the Tier 1 major list for AFROTC, a handful of engineering disciplines are looked upon favorably for a T-1, you didn't mention varsity / club sports, being the team(s) captain is a nice checkbox for leadership. The biggest factor for nailing the scholarship is your performance during the interview, which is weighted extremely heavily, his USAFA interview was about 30-40 minutes, AFROTC was an hour and 45, it's a big deal. Good luck!
 
I would definitely have a back up plan. Depending on an ROTC scholarship to pay for college is risky.
Good luck!
 
Ash42 said:
What do you think my chances are at getting the Type 1 scholarship this year? I'm a high school senior. First pick for major is general studies (specifically nutrition and dietetics or public health), second is biochemistry, third is biochemical engineering. 4.0 unweighted GPA, 4.39 weighted, 32 ACT (not superscored), in Civil Air Patrol for one year and led Great Start, section leader of marching band for two years, some volunteer service, and graduating from high school in 3 years instead of 4. Didn't pass PT yet, but training. Do have to go through the medical waiver process.
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Even though the engineering and other STEM majors improve your chances tremendously, there are a few Type 1 scholarships that are not dependent on major. My daughter is not majoring in one of the majors on THE LIST, and was initially rejected for the scholarship for this reason. However, she was a very strong candidate with the high academics, high ACT, and numerous leadership positions (band section leader, JROTC, varsity sports captain), so she was recommended for the commander's scholarship to a specific university. She learned on Friday that they offered this to her. So, to recap, you need to be a strong candidate either way, STEM helps but only if that is your passion. Don't set yourself up to major in something that isn't your ambition.
 
Things are very different this year therefore applying results from prior years to predict what might happen this year will likely be less accurate than usual.
Have a backup as everyone should.
Good luck. P
 
Ash42 said:
What do you think my chances are at getting the Type 1 scholarship this year? I'm a high school senior. First pick for major is general studies (specifically nutrition and dietetics or public health), second is biochemistry, third is biochemical engineering. 4.0 unweighted GPA, 4.39 weighted, 32 ACT (not superscored), in Civil Air Patrol for one year and led Great Start, section leader of marching band for two years, some volunteer service, and graduating from high school in 3 years instead of 4. Didn't pass PT yet, but training. Do have to go through the medical waiver process.
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My Son was interested in Air Force ROTC for quite a while, but eventually he decided to apply for and received an Army ROTC scholarship. He was given a 3 year scholarship, and his top choice school awarded him a room and board scholarship first semester. He was just offered a 3.5 year upgrade to cover this semester if he can get his DoDMERB process completed. Army will entertain other major choices as well as the technical majors. Just something to consider. You could always apply for Army too if you move quickly as the deadline is approaching.
 
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