I know this an old thread, but I wanted to thank you for this information. My son was accepted to MMI for the SAP program next fall and we will be starting to get these items together for him (birthday/Christmas). I appreciate the time you took putting this together!
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Is he applying for an appointment this year? It's kind of early to already be writing that off, isn't it? I ask because I think there's value in going through the process once before entering SAP.
My son is in SAP now, and I know he's doing some things differently this year in terms of his noms, SA apps, etc., than he did last year.
Yes, he has applied this year for 3 Service Academy appointments and for nominations from 4 sources. My son is fully into the process at this point. He attended two Summer Seminars, DoDMERB is complete, all applications are complete with exception of nominations. He has his first congressional nomination interview on Saturday. We are definitely not writing anything off, but after speaking with Lt Col Bowen, my son felt that if he doesn't get an appointment, Marion is an excellent option for next year.
I really wanted to extend my gratitude to Phoebem for putting all of that info together.
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I think that’s a great Plan B!
Thank you! He's very excited to have a solid plan for next year, while still being hopeful to receive an appointment. I really appreciate all the information provided in these forums. You all have a wealth of knowledge!
Of course! Happy to help! Let me know if you have any more questions
Thank you! My son participated in signing day on Nov 1st, he's a recruited athlete for the Track and Field team at MMI!! Do you know around what day of August the incoming students get there? I don't think he would show up early being that Track is a spring sport. I really appreciate your help!!Of course! Happy to help! Let me know if you have any more questions
My Son reported on Aug 8th, 2022. Safe to assume it'll be around that date .
MMI was absolutely the BEST decision we ever made! DS was a self-prep, worked his butt off, joined every club he could, (3 or 4?), and ended up receiving appointments to all 3 SAs he applied to. USMA, USAFA and USCGA.
Marion, and Colonel Bowen did everything they said they would, did it all really well, and did more!!! Very excellent and experienced support systems there. Exceptionally great at meeting each individuals needs. (Eg: When Dodmerb wanted follow up for low resting pulse, (He's endurance athlete), they knew EXACTLY the perfect Dr's office to send him to, and gave him a ride to and from).
DS is currently a Plebe at West Point. He was MUCH better prepared for everything than if he'd gone directly from HS. AND had the added bonus of showing up for Rday with 14 other MMI grads that he is very close friends with. Which has been very beneficial during this super difficult Plebe year!
Good Luck on your son receiving his appointment! But if no luck this time around, consider the extra year at MMI a blessing!
Thank you so much for your insight. He is absolutely looking forward to this next step at MMI. There's a lot of time between now and April and we don't know how things will shake out for next year, but he's excited to be moving forward. After talking with Lt. Col Bowen he felt confident this is the place for him.