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I second this 100 times. The prep school has taught me so much. I'm extremely glad I was sent here.
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I second this 100 times. The prep school has taught me so much. I'm extremely glad I was sent here.
Different language
DS got this language: Thank you for applying to the Class of 2017; however I am sorry to inform you we will not be able to admit you
to the Air Force Academy this year.
This note is also showing:
Your Status:
Candidate*
IMPORTANT NOTE – The majority of appointments for the Air Force Academy Class of 2017 have been made. In rare cases some additional appointments may be made if an opening becomes available. We will be selecting USAFA Preparatory School and Falcon Foundation Scholarship candidates in April and May. If you are selected for one of our preparatory programs, you will be notified through your portal. If you are not selected for one of our preparatory programs, we will not send additional correspondence.
Looks like different language is being use for different candidates which is interesting.
DS got this language: Thank you for applying to the Class of 2017; however I am sorry to inform you we will not be able to admit you
to the Air Force Academy this year.
This note is also showing:
Your Status:
Candidate*
IMPORTANT NOTE – The majority of appointments for the Air Force Academy Class of 2017 have been made. In rare cases some additional appointments may be made if an opening becomes available. We will be selecting USAFA Preparatory School and Falcon Foundation Scholarship candidates in April and May. If you are selected for one of our preparatory programs, you will be notified through your portal. If you are not selected for one of our preparatory programs, we will not send additional correspondence.
Looks like different language is being use for different candidates which is interesting.
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I suspect many preppies and prepsters would agree with you LFry. I know ours would. . .
iceman2018
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Other than drill and military courtesy that I can learn in CAP or JROTC and a semester that mimics the academy which I already do with APs, what have you learned that HS didn't teach?
I really would much prefer to go straight to the academy if accepted. What would you have done different in HS to avoid a year of prep and get accepted directly?
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One of the biggest things for me is academics. The four main classes you take at the prep school are English, Algebra/Trig, Calculus, and Chemistry. They are meant to be refresher courses to give you a solid foundation in the basics.
Well, I never took calculus or chemistry in high school. So instead of being refresher courses, I've been learning chemistry and calculus from the ground up. Things would not have been pretty for me if I went straight in last year.
Taking these two classes in high school may have allowed me to skip a year here, but I would still take the year of prep school first, just because of the friendships I've made.
These people are outstanding, and the thought of getting to see them at the hill next year greatly excites me.
Preppies for life
haleym
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I can't speak for Fry, but I know this is the answer for me: Maturity, maturity, maturity. There has been a lot of growth for me this past year. Also, college level work is a much heavier load than HS work. I took a lot of APs too and was still overwhelmed with the load here from time to time.
As for what I'd do differently... I don't really think there is much I could have done. Maybe studied a little harder. Practiced tennis more. But both Fry and I were QNS, and last year was very tough. Basically, if I'd had the opportunity for direct appointment, I wouldn't have said "No, thanks, I'll take prep!", but I believe that there is a lot of value in a prep year if that is an option you are given.
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Both of you exemplify the attitude needed to reach a goal despite a setback. It is disheartening to read of applicants that receive TWEs. Most would have gone on to plan "B" or "C" or given up but it seems that an offer for prep school is a very good consolation if not accepted directly. I also gather from your emphasis on maturity that it is a big leap to leave home and make new friends. I wish you the very best and although there have been posts of applicants that have spent more than a year in prep but still not get in, I sincerely hope that both of you shine as members of the class of 2017.
All: I have noticed different languages contained in the TWEs. For example, my DS pulled up his TWE in the portal. The letter merely informed that he had not been selected for admission into the USAFA. Others have posted on here language discussing consideration for Prep School and Foundation scholarships (which my DS's letter did not have). So I called USAFA Admissions.
According to the lady with whom I spoke if the TWE opens with "We regret to inform you that you have not been selected for admission into the Air Force Academy" then you will still be considered for the Prep School and/or a Scholarship. However, if your letter continues with "or the Prepatory School," then you will not be considered. She explained that they are aware of the different letters, but because some had already been signed out, they could not recall them, but will standardized their letters for next year.
According to the lady with whom I spoke if the TWE opens with "We regret to inform you that you have not been selected for admission into the Air Force Academy" then you will still be considered for the Prep School and/or a Scholarship. However, if your letter continues with "or the Prepatory School," then you will not be considered. She explained that they are aware of the different letters, but because some had already been signed out, they could not recall them, but will standardized their letters for next year.
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Definitely agree haley. I would pick a year at the prep school first over a direct appointment knowing what I know now.
It is a big leap, but not one that I will ever regret. Thank you. I appreciate the support.
I 100% agree with LFry and HaleyM. I went to NWP and it was probably one of the best decisions I have ever made.
I had also taken APs and college courses in high school so I was a little skeptical about how tough the NWP curriculum was going to be. I was proven wrong. The classes at NWP really strengthened our knowledge of the basics, which are often overlooked in high school.
In addition, NWP helps so much with memorization skills! Everyday we have a 20 word vocab test. Sounds easy? Wrong. You have to memorize the word and the definition word for word, punctuation mark for punctuation mark. Mastering those memorization skills will really come in handy when we have knowledge tests!
There are so many more things that I could go on and talk about but I think you get the gist of it. Ultimately, I am so glad that I got the TWE last year (as insane as that sounds.) It gave me a year to grow academically, mentally, and physically. As a bonus I now have a bunch of friends who will report alongside me on I-day!!!
I had also taken APs and college courses in high school so I was a little skeptical about how tough the NWP curriculum was going to be. I was proven wrong. The classes at NWP really strengthened our knowledge of the basics, which are often overlooked in high school.
In addition, NWP helps so much with memorization skills! Everyday we have a 20 word vocab test. Sounds easy? Wrong. You have to memorize the word and the definition word for word, punctuation mark for punctuation mark. Mastering those memorization skills will really come in handy when we have knowledge tests!
There are so many more things that I could go on and talk about but I think you get the gist of it. Ultimately, I am so glad that I got the TWE last year (as insane as that sounds.) It gave me a year to grow academically, mentally, and physically. As a bonus I now have a bunch of friends who will report alongside me on I-day!!!
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I figured you would agree.
If there's anything that anyone can take from our posts it'd be this:If you get the opportunity to attend a prep school, take it! You won't regret it!
Deathstar341
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Still waiting
Hello to everyone! Congrats to all those that have been appointed. My status still says "Candidate" and complete. I haven't heard word yet. I haven't received and email or a TWE. Just wondering what this might mean. Are they still sending out TWE's?
Hello to everyone! Congrats to all those that have been appointed. My status still says "Candidate" and complete. I haven't heard word yet. I haven't received and email or a TWE. Just wondering what this might mean. Are they still sending out TWE's?
Grandmamillie
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Wait list
Last year our DGS (grandson) was on the wait list and did not hear until May 14 that he was accepted. He was not recruited for the cross country/track team (even though he was the state champion in 4 events) but made it as a walk on. He also made the superintendent's list first semester which means he was on the Dean's list for academics, the Commandants list for Military knowledge and the Athletic list. So you can see he was a STRONG candidate, but almost did not get an appointment. It partly has to do with where you live and I'm sure many other considerations. Hang in there and there may be some late appointments (although I have no knowledge of that) but proceed with your plan B and know that things work out for the best.
Last year our DGS (grandson) was on the wait list and did not hear until May 14 that he was accepted. He was not recruited for the cross country/track team (even though he was the state champion in 4 events) but made it as a walk on. He also made the superintendent's list first semester which means he was on the Dean's list for academics, the Commandants list for Military knowledge and the Athletic list. So you can see he was a STRONG candidate, but almost did not get an appointment. It partly has to do with where you live and I'm sure many other considerations. Hang in there and there may be some late appointments (although I have no knowledge of that) but proceed with your plan B and know that things work out for the best.
Matthewmillr94
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+1 to this.
I went to NWP with bmw17 after hearing about getting 5s on AP Calc BC, AP Physics C mechanics and AP-C electricity and magnitism, self studying Calc III, etc, etc and I thought that last semester was going to be a walk in the park.
I was proven to be very wrong. The academics at NWP are challenging to say the least. I feel much more prepared for USAFA this semester.
What was the message previously in your portal? Did it say "we regret to inform you..." and then it changed, or it never said anything?
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That message never appeared. It said that the majority of the appointments have been given out. On rare occasions appointments will be given out. It also said that Prep/Falcon will be given out in April and May.
That message never appeared. It said that the majority of the appointments have been given out. On rare occasions appointments will be given out. It also said that Prep/Falcon will be given out in April and May.