April 15th

[Dad_of_Nominee]

I would assume each SA (well, I know they have it as USCGA) has their own data (from candidate/appointee/cadet/midshipman surveys) that shows how many appointments were declined/accepted in favor of/over another SA or even civilian colleges.

I'm pretty sure that USAFA asks on their "decline appointment" form if the appointee is declining to attend another SA, and if so, which one.

As much as it pains me to acknowledge it, the data and statistics I've seen show that more candidates decline USMA, USAFA, USMMA, and USCGA appointments to accept USNA appointments. They win the popularity contest.

I'm sure you have heard the old joke: "What do West Point cadets and Naval Academy mids have in common? They were both appointed to West Point."

Our Senators and Congressman (Florida) required each candidate to specify and apply for one SA. Then, after the interview process, they pooled their info so that there were no double nom's ... supposedly.

This info comes from two of the three MOC's.

Fortunately, our nom got his USNA nom and that was the only one that interested him anyway. So, plan B will be one of the other great FL Univ's.

Waiting for a USNA decision is part of the game. The work the 'selection committee' does is over and above their regular work and duties. Tip of the hat to their efforts.

Blue folder or TWE, we have a great kid. Everybody else has great kids. I would not relish the "Solomon-esque" duty of trying to decide who stays and who goes. The ones who don't go have to realize that this test of disappointment is likely one of many to come in life. How they deal with this event becomes a great lesson about what it means to be in our 'grown up' world.

I remind him that when your life is over, the real value you leave behind in this world, is the quality of your children and what you teach them.

 

[House06]

My daughter recently declined and returned an appt to the Naval Academy. She was deeply honored but decided that was not the right path for her. (and yes, she does have a WP appt also)
I sincerely hope that someone on this forum will have the opportunity to receive her appointment.

Best of luck and continued good wishes to those of you who still wait. And best of luck to those of you who have decided to accept your appointments to the Naval Academy.

 

[fairwinds]

House06, did you tell USNA to send her appointment directly to fairwind's son? JK!!

Congratulations to your daughter...I'm sure it was a tough decision, but ultimately she needs to be where she feels she needs to be!

Good luck to her...I'm sure she'll have a very bright future!

 

[usna1985]

My daughter recently declined and returned an appt to the Naval Academy. She was deeply honored but decided that was not the right path for her.

I'm happy that she made the right decision for her.

For those of you out there who will be waitlisted, this is how you get off the waitlist. You have to hope that more people than expected turn down their offers of appointment. Obviously, since this woman turned down her appointment this early, it will probably be given out before the wait list is formed. However, many people don't turn them down until May 1. Also, USNA holds some spots for qualified candidates waiting for medical clearances that are supposed to come before I-Day (e.g., recovering from surgery). If they don't clear, those spots may also open up.

 

[TrevorsMom]

April 15 IS NOT the deadline for issuing offers of appointment. It is a date that Admissions has set to notify those candidates who no longer are in the running for an offer so that they may pursue their Plans B. There still are at least 2 1/2 months remaining before the Class of 2014 is fully formed. Admissions is proceeding with all deliberate speed given the stakes.

so if my son doesn't hear by 4/15, there is still a chance he may get in? If he doesn't hear anything by May 1, should we go ahead and get him signed up in the NROTC? sorry... all so new to me and very confused