Hello everyone, I am a high school junior and I have submitted my candidate questionnaire and my application to SLS. I was wondering if you could give me some feedback on my profile. I am in the top 10% of my class (200) in a highly competitive all-boys Catholic school. I have received a 25 on my ACT (first time). I am a member of student council and a senator for my class. I am the Treasurer for my school's NHS. I am the founder of my school's Social Studies Olympiad (in which we finished 3rd in the state in our first year). I am also a member of Campus Ministry and a member of Mock-Trial. I was the manager of the JV baseball team last year. Now, I am a member of the Cross Country Team (in which I will be a Captain next year), and the Track Team. Thanks for your feedback!
To echo what is above, APPLY. Until they say no there is always a chance. Look through the threads and understand what they look for. Your scores are on the low side, but you have plenty time to improve. STUDY GUIDES, get them and work them.
Here is a class profile from WP -
http://www.usma.edu/admissions/SitePages/Class Profiles.aspx
As you can see, ACT of 25 is on the low side. Again, you have time. Good book for Math I have recommended to other kids -
http://www.amazon.com/Math-Study-Gu...8&qid=1452976465&sr=8-2&keywords=richard+corn . Those that have used it all said it helped.
Use the profile as a gauge and as guidance on where YOU need to improve. Do not get caught up in comparisons to others. As you go through this process, you will learn every district/state is different. There are multiple factors that can impact your selection. Everyone is different and has a different mix of strengths and weaknesses. Focus on what you can improve on over the next year.
Jump on applying to Boys State NOW. It's that time of year for some States. Do miss the window to have a chance at getting selected.
Medical is medical. Stay healthy and don't get injured.
If you haven't already, start preparing for the CFA. See the following link.
http://www.usma.edu/admissions/Shared Documents/CFA_Instructions.pdf
Strive to maximize each category.
Have a plan B, C, etc. Get your ROTC applications in THIS SUMMER. First selection boards start early in the school year. Give yourself a chance to get a 4-year versus a 3-year. Give yourself a chance to get your first school choice versus your second choice.
Good luck!!!