Thank you Dolphins2012, it is just disappointing when a BGO tells you that your DS is one of the most qualified they have seen in 3 years and get a TWE. The letter from the Navy stated (sure it was a form letter) to try again, etc...improve on grades (not sure how you can improve on almost a 4.0 (unweighted) taking all IB classes with advanced courses in calculas etc). He was also Captain of the Track team (went to State and placed), did over over 200 hrs of community service this year while doing all the other activities. Was S-1 in ROTC which because of his work also received "Honors" distinction. He also went to SS last summer. I hear constantly that going to SS means nothing, if it means nothing with regard to the process then why is there such stiff competiton to get into it? So, not sure what else he could have done. I am not bitter, disappionted in the process, yes. but do understand this year had stiff competition. My DS is taking this in stride and vows to show the Navy their mistake with his new scores at College, which by the way will all be advanced placement also. He says he will def re-apply next year. Hopefully that will allow him to persue his dream.