Hello all, I've been perusing the forum for a day or so now, and I decided here would be a great place to ask a question I've needed answering for a while.
I am currently an enlisted member in the Air Force, and am adamant about attending the USAFA through the LEAD program. I have been filling out the online app, have interviewed with my ALO, and from talking with my liaison at the Academy, I should be looking at a direct appointment. If everything goes as planned I will be attending the Academy in Fall of 2011.
My question to anyone who can help me gain some insight on the subject is: How are the academics? I've been struggling with the concept ever since I became interested in attending the Academy. In high school I didn't prove to myself I was a good student; I didn't study/do homework when I should of. I came out with a 3.1 GPA. I took the ACT a few months ago and got a 28 (same score as my sophomore year), my lowest score being a 26 in science and my highest being a 31 in reading.
So, can someone help me understand how hard the academics are? Also, how can I better prepare myself for the rigorous academic program offered there? I have my mind set on attending the Academy, but I want to make sure I make it through. I appreciate ANY input that I can get!
Thank you
Frank
I am currently an enlisted member in the Air Force, and am adamant about attending the USAFA through the LEAD program. I have been filling out the online app, have interviewed with my ALO, and from talking with my liaison at the Academy, I should be looking at a direct appointment. If everything goes as planned I will be attending the Academy in Fall of 2011.
My question to anyone who can help me gain some insight on the subject is: How are the academics? I've been struggling with the concept ever since I became interested in attending the Academy. In high school I didn't prove to myself I was a good student; I didn't study/do homework when I should of. I came out with a 3.1 GPA. I took the ACT a few months ago and got a 28 (same score as my sophomore year), my lowest score being a 26 in science and my highest being a 31 in reading.
So, can someone help me understand how hard the academics are? Also, how can I better prepare myself for the rigorous academic program offered there? I have my mind set on attending the Academy, but I want to make sure I make it through. I appreciate ANY input that I can get!
Thank you
Frank