CVW

[CyberSecurity17]

Are these only available to underclassmen? I am a finished applicant for class of 2023. I attended summer seminar and loved it. If offered an appointment I would like to go on a CVW so I was just curious on how those work. Thanks!

 

[Kendall]

Congrats on your complete application for the class of 2023! My DD is in the same boat; she attended NASS and loved it. She was also waiting to see if she would be offered an appointment before looking into a CVW. Today she received a nom & we are revisiting this topic. Here is what the USNA site reflects on CVW:

"Candidate Visit Weekends
Candidate Visit Weekend (CVW) is a program conducted aboard USNA during the Fall and Spring academic semesters to expose candidates to all facets of life as a Midshipmen.

CVW is an opportunity to sample university-level academics at USNA, to discover whether the Naval Academy will help you achieve your goals, and to offer valuable insight into the admissions process.

CVW is offered by invitation only throughout the academic year."

After reviewing other threads on the topic it is clear that a CVW is highly recommended as a much more realistic experience vs. NASS. One poster suggested contacting your BGO and asking if they can request an invite on your behalf. That seems like great advice. I do not believe it is only for underclassmen. Hopefully your BGO can assist. Wishing you good luck and I hope this helps!

 

[Jackflerp]

I went this fall and it was mostly seniors. Contact your BGO or admissions officer and see if they can request one for you.

 

[NavyHoops]

The fall is mostly seniors and the spring is mostly juniors. If you receive an appointment contact admissions and request one, they usually can accommodate.

 

[justdoit19]

Is a CVW considered a “recruiting tool”, similar to the mission of summer seminar? Or is a CVW’s mission different? From the perspective of USNA. I understand it’s a different perspective for the participant (student life for CVW, vs Summer seminar). Curious if each is a recruiting tool, or is there a different mission of each program?

 

[A1Janitor]

My son was under the impression that CVW didn’t mean anything - it was just a way for candidates to see the naval academy.

When he was there, his hosts told him it did matter.

My question is do the hosts write a report or give an opinion to the naval academy about the candidate? My son loved his hosts, stays in touch with them, and hopes to join them.

 

[mara]

My DD has a LOA and a MOC nom. She is waiting to see about a DODMERB waiver. She received an email inviting her to a CVW. We are on the fence about scheduling before we are sure of the waiver.... Info for you and also a request for advice.

 

[THParent]

Is a CVW considered a “recruiting tool”, similar to the mission of summer seminar? Or is a CVW’s mission different? From the perspective of USNA. I understand it’s a different perspective for the participant (student life for CVW, vs Summer seminar). Curious if each is a recruiting tool, or is there a different mission of each program?

It is a recruiting tool aimed at highly-qualified candidates who may be "on the fence" about attending a Service Academy as opposed to a civilian University. Many of these candidates have a LOT of options (including full-ride scholarships to other schools). The Naval Academy wants these candidates, but also wants them to see what normal academic life is like at the Academy. They will come away from the experience with fewer questions about whether or not they are the right fit for a Service Academy. Many will decide; "Yes! This is the place for me!" while others will experience it and say; "No way. This is not what I want. I'm going to a regular college!"

My son was under the impression that CVW didn’t mean anything - it was just a way for candidates to see the naval academy.

When he was there, his hosts told him it did matter.

My question is do the hosts write a report or give an opinion to the naval academy about the candidate? My son loved his hosts, stays in touch with them, and hopes to join them.

Yes. Plebes will do a short write-up of their "drag" (candidate) for their Company Commander. What that CC does with it, is anyone's guess. They are not being "tested" in any way while they are there, however. Candidates should go with plenty of questions and absorb as much as they can, while they are there (Thursday afternoon through Saturday morning).

My DD has a LOA and a MOC nom. She is waiting to see about a DODMERB waiver. She received an email inviting her to a CVW. We are on the fence about scheduling before we are sure of the waiver.... Info for you and also a request for advice.

I will assume that the waiver is the only thing standing in the way of a fully-qualified Offer of Appointment? If it is a common waiver, then the odds are good that she will receive the waiver (and hence the Offer). If you can swing it, send her to the CVW. I have never heard a candidate say that it was a "bad" experience (even the ones who ultimately received a TWE or decided not to accept an Offer of Appointment).

 

[A1Janitor]

My DD has a LOA and a MOC nom. She is waiting to see about a DODMERB waiver. She received an email inviting her to a CVW. We are on the fence about scheduling before we are sure of the waiver.... Info for you and also a request for advice.

Go to the CVW!

The CVW invite happened after the LOA and need for waiver? Go!

 

[A1Janitor]

THParent is right! My son fell in love with the Naval Academy on his visit.

 

[mara]

Is a CVW considered a “recruiting tool”, similar to the mission of summer seminar? Or is a CVW’s mission different? From the perspective of USNA. I understand it’s a different perspective for the participant (student life for CVW, vs Summer seminar). Curious if each is a recruiting tool, or is there a different mission of each program?

It is a recruiting tool aimed at highly-qualified candidates who may be "on the fence" about attending a Service Academy as opposed to a civilian University. Many of these candidates have a LOT of options (including full-ride scholarships to other schools). The Naval Academy wants these candidates, but also wants them to see what normal academic life is like at the Academy. They will come away from the experience with fewer questions about whether or not they are the right fit for a Service Academy. Many will decide; "Yes! This is the place for me!" while others will experience it and say; "No way. This is not what I want. I'm going to a regular college!"

My son was under the impression that CVW didn’t mean anything - it was just a way for candidates to see the naval academy.

When he was there, his hosts told him it did matter.

My question is do the hosts write a report or give an opinion to the naval academy about the candidate? My son loved his hosts, stays in touch with them, and hopes to join them.

Yes. Plebes will do a short write-up of their "drag" (candidate) for their Company Commander. What that CC does with it, is anyone's guess. They are not being "tested" in any way while they are there, however. Candidates should go with plenty of questions and absorb as much as they can, while they are there (Thursday afternoon through Saturday morning).

My DD has a LOA and a MOC nom. She is waiting to see about a DODMERB waiver. She received an email inviting her to a CVW. We are on the fence about scheduling before we are sure of the waiver.... Info for you and also a request for advice.

I will assume that the waiver is the only thing standing in the way of a fully-qualified Offer of Appointment? If it is a common waiver, then the odds are good that she will receive the waiver (and hence the Offer). If you can swing it, send her to the CVW. I have never heard a candidate say that it was a "bad" experience (even the ones who ultimately received a TWE or decided not to accept an Offer of Appointment).

Thank you

 

[MamaBear4]

My son is scheduled to attend a USMA overnight next week and at the end of February at USNA. We were surprised by the invite for a senior candidate in winter but he is excited to attend. Hoping to hear news from someone soon! I am a planner and this is starting to wear on me. Haha!

 

[justdoit19]

THParent is right! My son fell in love with the Naval Academy on his visit.

Same! One simply cannot experience the AWE that is there without a visit. The place is a museum of history, and the Mids are well versed in knowledge (that was amazing...every time we walked by something, there was an interesting fact delivered by his Mid. And then shared by my own on subsequent visits now that he is a plebe) from Pro-Kno testing. FASCINATING. The Mids themselves are living museums of knowledge!

So go. ESPECIALLY if one is on the fence, it is a must do if you get the opportunity, and can swing it! It will be an unforgettable experience.

 

[A1Janitor]

THParent is right! My son fell in love with the Naval Academy on his visit.

Same! One simply cannot experience the AWE that is there without a visit. The place is a museum of history, and the Mids are well versed in knowledge (that was amazing...every time we walked by something, there was an interesting fact delivered by his Mid. And then shared by my own on subsequent visits now that he is a plebe) from Pro-Kno testing. FASCINATING. The Mids themselves are living museums of knowledge!

So go. ESPECIALLY if one is on the fence, it is a must do if you get the opportunity, and can swing it! It will be an unforgettable experience.

My son loved telling this story:

His hosts were walking to class and it was cold out. So they gave him a sweatshirt to wear. He walked to the side of his hosts and some plebe saluted him because of where he was standing and what he was wearing.

The hosts laughed and said she thought you were an older student.

He was happy because he blended in.

I was in awe of the place! Loved all of the tours. Did everything they allowed.

 

[MamaBear4]

We enjoyed the visit with our older son in September of 2016. We won't be attending the CVW with him in February due to work schedules. Love the Annapolis area and enjoy DTA.

 

[Overwhelmed]

My son is scheduled to go to CVW. He also recently received a 4 year ROTC scholarship to an IVY. He hasn't received an appointment to USNA nor a LOA or nomination. He did receive a medical waiver. He has visited USNA and attended Cadet for a Day at USCGA. Would it be a big deal if we just wait to see if he gets an appointment to USNA before he attends CVW?

 

[A1Janitor]

My son is scheduled to go to CVW. He also recently received a 4 year ROTC scholarship to an IVY. He hasn't received an appointment to USNA nor a LOA or nomination. He did receive a medical waiver. He has visited USNA and attended Cadet for a Day at USCGA. Would it be a big deal if we just wait to see if he gets an appointment to USNA before he attends CVW?

Will he get a nomination?

A 4 year ROTC scholarship to an Ivy (was he accepted to the Ivy?) seems like a lock for a nomination.

 

[Overwhelmed]

He was accepted.

 

[Usna77]

My DD has a LOA and a MOC nom. She is waiting to see about a DODMERB waiver. She received an email inviting her to a CVW. We are on the fence about scheduling before we are sure of the waiver.... Info for you and also a request for advice.

My DD is in the exact same boat- LOA, Nom and need for medical waiver. She is going to the Feb CVW. We are excited for her to get a look"behind the curtain". When she told us her sophmore year she was thinking about USNA it felt like it was out of the blue. We do not have any first hand exposure to SA life. I am hoping this either reinforces her desire to go or shows her that it is not like she imagined. She also has a NROTC MO scholarship to her 1st choice school so I'm hoping this offers some clarity as to which way she would thrive better...should she ger her waiver. Otherwise onto plan B I guess!

On another note, she applied for and was declined summer seminar. I know I've seen it on other threads, but just wanted to reinforce that a decline to SS doesn't determine your future success.

 

[camo-it]

Is a CVW considered a “recruiting tool”, similar to the mission of summer seminar? Or is a CVW’s mission different? From the perspective of USNA. I understand it’s a different perspective for the participant (student life for CVW, vs Summer seminar). Curious if each is a recruiting tool, or is there a different mission of each program?

It is a recruiting tool aimed at highly-qualified candidates who may be "on the fence" about attending a Service Academy as opposed to a civilian University. Many of these candidates have a LOT of options (including full-ride scholarships to other schools). The Naval Academy wants these candidates, but also wants them to see what normal academic life is like at the Academy. They will come away from the experience with fewer questions about whether or not they are the right fit for a Service Academy. Many will decide; "Yes! This is the place for me!" while others will experience it and say; "No way. This is not what I want. I'm going to a regular college!"

My son was under the impression that CVW didn’t mean anything - it was just a way for candidates to see the naval academy.

When he was there, his hosts told him it did matter.

My question is do the hosts write a report or give an opinion to the naval academy about the candidate? My son loved his hosts, stays in touch with them, and hopes to join them.

Yes. Plebes will do a short write-up of their "drag" (candidate) for their Company Commander. What that CC does with it, is anyone's guess. They are not being "tested" in any way while they are there, however. Candidates should go with plenty of questions and absorb as much as they can, while they are there (Thursday afternoon through Saturday morning).

My DD has a LOA and a MOC nom. She is waiting to see about a DODMERB waiver. She received an email inviting her to a CVW. We are on the fence about scheduling before we are sure of the waiver.... Info for you and also a request for advice.

I will assume that the waiver is the only thing standing in the way of a fully-qualified Offer of Appointment? If it is a common waiver, then the odds are good that she will receive the waiver (and hence the Offer). If you can swing it, send her to the CVW. I have never heard a candidate say that it was a "bad" experience (even the ones who ultimately received a TWE or decided not to accept an Offer of Appointment).

Anyone have any idea approximately how many students attend a particular CVW? DS is going in Jan and just curious how many other "drags" will be around. Additionally, how many CVW's are held (I know of Jan, Feb, and Mar by watching this forum). Thanks.