Congratulations! Accept , decline , or undecided?My congresswoman called me on Wednesday and informed me of my appointment.
There are big waves that happen at certain milestones...January after 7th semester grades/nominations start coming out, February after nominations were due by January 31st and then again in March after the application closes on February 28th. In between these waves others do get appointments sporadically.I read a lot on the forum about "waves" of offers of appointments.............But I also see candidates like harry6199 who get a phone call from MOC on Wednesday, January 31. (congrats to you harry6199!!). If the appointments come out in waves, what is the explanation for harry6199 seemingly "nonwave" appointment? I see others on the "USMA Class of 2022 Appointment Thread" as well. Just curious about the process. Thanks!
It may be due to their application not being complete by first wave or needing a medical waiver. Could be a host of things that would prompt an appointment in between waves.Hi, thanks. What do you suppose sparks those sporadic appointments? I get the wave concept, just these few here or there seem a bit nonsensical from a practicality standpoint with regard to mailings etc.
Also, there are people who do not learn that they are accepted until April. So more so than additional waves, it is more like a slow but steady stream with people getting admitted each week after the admissions committee meets and makes decisions.
It makes sense for the Academy to get the appointments that are guaranteed out of the way first, so they know what/how many spots are open, and focus on the applications with non-direct nominations.
What does it mean to have a direct appointment?
My DD has two noms, and LOA and is awaiting word on a medical waiver. Would it be a leap to say that she would get a direct appointment should she be granted a waiver?
She is obviously a strong candidate but again it depends how competitive your district is. Best advice is do not assume anything, hope for the best, and have a viable plan B.My DD has two noms, and LOA and is awaiting word on a medical waiver. Would it be a leap to say that she would get a direct appointment should she be granted a waiver?