Am I Competitive?

[SA Hopeful]

I apologize for asking a cliche question, but I am incredibly nervous about my USNA application. Would any experienced users mind evaluating the general information that I am providing and producing a constructive opinion regarding whether or not my application is competitive?

My father is an active duty Marine and has served for over 24 years.

I am enrolled in an online school, thus my class rank is indeterminable. I have a 3.8 unweighted G.P.A and a 4.0444 weighted G.P.A. I am dual enrolled, thus I will graduate from high school with a diploma and an A.A.

I took the SAT in August and scored 690 in math and 650 in reading.

I have not participated in any varsity sports; however, I have completed nine 100+ mile footraces and have set numerous age-group records. Furthermore, I have volunteered numerous hours as a member of my church's cleaning ministry, as a childcare provider, and as a pacer at the "Umstead 100."

I have worked for nine months. I often work for 30-40 hours per week. Additionally, I was nominated the "Employee of the Month" after working for a single month. Finally, I am an active participant in a local debate team and I plan to begin taking boxing lessons in preparation for boxing at the academy after taking the CFA.

I acknowledge the fact that the information that I am providing is insufficient in regard to developing an encompassing opinion of the status of my application, but I would appreciate any opinions on my chances of admission.

Thank you for your time,
SA Hopeful

 

[Old Navy BGO]

SA Hopeful.... you have good tickets, and tell a good story. I didn't see you where you say what year you are, or where you are applying from. Home Schooling is often difficult to characterize -- I know there are some great programs out there, and it sounds from your activities that you are getting the outside socialization that some home schoolers miss. I think the Personal Statement becomes even more important when you are outside the mainstream high school experience...the check the block Candidate Activities Record may not be the best way to evaluate candidates like you. You will need to emphasize how you have made the most of the experiences that you have had , ie.. Employee of the Month was recognition of your leadership....etc. I think Candidate Guidance Office has a Home School Coordinator, who may be able to give you advise about how to best present your application. You should reach out to your BGO and or Regional Director to see if you can get in touch with him/her.

Good luck.

 

[SA Hopeful]

SA Hopeful.... you have good tickets, and tell a good story. I didn't see you where you say what year you are, or where you are applying from. Home Schooling is often difficult to characterize -- I know there are some great programs out there, and it sounds from your activities that you are getting the outside socialization that some home schoolers miss. I think the Personal Statement becomes even more important when you are outside the mainstream high school experience...the check the block Candidate Activities Record may not be the best way to evaluate candidates like you. You will need to emphasize how you have made the most of the experiences that you have had , ie.. Employee of the Month was recognition of your leadership....etc. I think Candidate Guidance Office has a Home School Coordinator, who may be able to give you advise about how to best present your application. You should reach out to your BGO and or Regional Director to see if you can get in touch with him/her.

Good luck.

Thank you for your input!