End of the Line for USNA

My DS is still in the running, but wondering if applicants are literally getting a TWE or is the notice coming via e-mail or portal?
 
Jbelonga said:
77/422 (transferred high schools after sophomore year)
3.83 gpa
Ap English lit
Ap English Lang
Ap Spanish Lang
Ap calc
Pre ap pre cal
Pre ap Spanish
Pre ap anatomy/physiology
Pre ap algebra 2
Pre ap chemistry
Debate

Varsity football 3 years
Jv football 1 year (capt)
Varsity soccer 1 yr (capt)
Varsity track 1 yr

Eagle Scout
250 community service hours
Led up to 40 boys in scout troop
1.5 years straight of leadership in scouts

Member of church youth leadership 3 yr
Member of church youth group 6 yr

Attended leadership camp

Act: eng 33 math 32 writing 30 science 26
Sat: cr 570 math 640 writing 680

270 work hours (current)

NHS 2 yrs

I felt like I was a strong candidate; however, I will continue to improve!
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You ARE a strong candidate! And you should be proud of all you have accomplished. Unfortunately, there are just too many factors over which applicants have no control. Remember that the SAs, like all top-tier colleges, have a lot of targets they're trying to meet, eg appointments from all 50 states and overseas, appointments across all majors, appointments for recruited athletes, etc., etc. Sometimes it's simply bad luck that there are too many candidates from your same area. Hoping you have a great Plan B and/or will reapply next year. Keep the faith and try to keep up that great attitude and your excellent work ethic. Sure you will succeed!
 
My sons came via Email, then verified on login on the portal.
I am sure the TWE will be coming in the mail soon.
On a positive note, he was just notified of an Academic Scholarship to his backup school of choice, and he didn't even apply for it!
So, that helps a bit, but he really isn't too down about it, still has his hopes up for USCGA and is comfortable enough with himself to move on. I am very proud of him, but that is way of our family, a disappointment is not a stop, just a step.
I am surprised how many posts of rejections on that same day, looks like Black Tuesday around this place!
 
F15DOC said:
My sons came via Email, then verified on login on the portal.
I am sure the TWE will be coming in the mail soon.
On a positive note, he was just notified of an Academic Scholarship to his backup school of choice, and he didn't even apply for it!
So, that helps a bit, but he really isn't too down about it, still has his hopes up for USCGA and is comfortable enough with himself to move on. I am very proud of him, but that is way of our family, a disappointment is not a stop, just a step.
I am surprised how many posts of rejections on that same day, looks like Black Tuesday around this place!
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Congratulations, Doc! Does the backup school have NROTC? He could pursue college program and earn a contract/scholarship.
 
F15DOC said:
My sons came via Email, then verified on login on the portal.
I am sure the TWE will be coming in the mail soon.
On a positive note, he was just notified of an Academic Scholarship to his backup school of choice, and he didn't even apply for it!
So, that helps a bit, but he really isn't too down about it, still has his hopes up for USCGA and is comfortable enough with himself to move on. I am very proud of him, but that is way of our family, a disappointment is not a stop, just a step.
I am surprised how many posts of rejections on that same day, looks like Black Tuesday around this place!
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Doc, I noted that you are in Washington State. Is plan B in state? I did my undergrad at a pretty good school in Seattle (Woof)
 
F15DOC said:
My sons came via Email, then verified on login on the portal.

On a positive note, he was just notified of an Academic Scholarship to his backup school of choice, and he didn't even apply for it!!
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I know yesterday was a tough day for many but it's things like this that I will enjoy the most from here on out. So many doors left to open by these amazing students!! Congrats! DS is still gratefully still on the island. He only applied to schools with NRTOC (+ USNA and USMMA.) Appointment or no appointment the kid wants to be a leader at sea and IMHO he did a pretty good job ensuring that will happen. Plan B: DS informed us that even if he were to be accepted at our alma mater he would still choose SUNY maritime/maritime transportation - deck. Deposit paid to SUNY Friday, declined at alma mater today. I feel like we won the lottery! The difference between the cost of the 2 schools is roughly 30K give or take. Door closed and door opened!
 
"B" plans can be the best plans!! My son is proof! He is participating in NROTC on scholarship at a great school and is also doing in D1 athletics. Doing well and loves his school. He Decided against reapplying to USNA Class of 2020 as he found a home where he was at! USNA is not the only way... Embrace those plans and move forward.
 
NAVYHOPEFUL2019 said:
"B" plans can be the best plans!! My son is proof! He is participating in NROTC on scholarship at a great school and is also doing in D1 athletics. Doing well and loves his school. He Decided against reapplying to USNA Class of 2020 as he found a home where he was at! USNA is not the only way... Embrace those plans and move forward.
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Amen to that!
 
Plan B's are now our plan A's. My DS was also part of the mass TWE mailing yesterday. He got the email and his portal was updated. RPI and a 4 year NROTC scholarship are the current plan A. That could change over the next few weeks as additional schools make their decisions.

He is still coping with the rejection, and he is questioning his desire to serve. He feels like "If the Navy doesn't want me, why should I want them." He will get over it. Being in a battalion with like minded kids and a sense of purpose will be the best thing for him. It will just take some time to get over the disappointment.

As for stats, I will only brag, and only give the the good stuff.
Class Rank 1 out of 400
GPA: 4.0/4.0 6.0/6.0. Never had a B and has taken 12 AP courses
Math SAT: 800
Eagle Scout
Track Varsity and Captain

Yes the competition is steep.
 
Ugggh, tough days, folks. Love the perspective I see from everyone and the fact that your offspring had such solid plans. Same boat here as far as alternate plans, but we haven't heard yet.
 
5Day said:
Plan B's are now our plan A's. My DS was also part of the mass TWE mailing yesterday. He got the email and his portal was updated. RPI and a 4 year NROTC scholarship are the current plan A. That could change over the next few weeks as additional schools make their decisions.

He is still coping with the rejection, and he is questioning his desire to serve. He feels like "If the Navy doesn't want me, why should I want them." He will get over it. Being in a battalion with like minded kids and a sense of purpose will be the best thing for him. It will just take some time to get over the disappointment.

As for stats, I will only brag, and only give the the good stuff.
Class Rank 1 out of 400
GPA: 4.0/4.0 6.0/6.0. Never had a B and has taken 12 AP courses
Math SAT: 800
Eagle Scout
Track Varsity and Captain

Yes the competition is steep.
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Wow, 5day, just wow. I'm sorry. Where do y'all live? Feel for your guy, and his folks too.
 
Wow 5day! Congrats on your son. Obviously, he will continue to be a success at whatever option comes his way. You must be extremely proud.

As my DS's school counselor always reminds us by saying ... "the right school for your son is out there. Just be patient and wait for all options to materialize. Once your son has all the options, make a choice and do not look back. I promise you that your son will do extremely well and he will always cherish the college experience."

That quote is so true. I did not go to my first choice school but loved every minute of it and met my wife there too!

I have my fingers crossed my son gets an appointment. We are still in the waiting game.
 
The TWE's are still being sent, my DD just got a turn down too.

She took a moment to feel sad, but then said she's really happy she will be going to VMI this fall - she said she actually felt more at home there than she did at USNA.

To add an ironic twist, the CO of her Sea Cadet battalion told me just last night that she is being awarded the Outstanding Cadet of the year from the Daughters of the American Revolution for our region.

She is proudly accepting her appointment to Virginia Military Institute, and will be choosing to join the Marine Corps of cadets :)
 
5Day said:
Plan B's are now our plan A's. My DS was also part of the mass TWE mailing yesterday. He got the email and his portal was updated. RPI and a 4 year NROTC scholarship are the current plan A. That could change over the next few weeks as additional schools make their decisions.

He is still coping with the rejection, and he is questioning his desire to serve. He feels like "If the Navy doesn't want me, why should I want them." He will get over it. Being in a battalion with like minded kids and a sense of purpose will be the best thing for him. It will just take some time to get over the disappointment.

As for stats, I will only brag, and only give the the good stuff.
Class Rank 1 out of 400
GPA: 4.0/4.0 6.0/6.0. Never had a B and has taken 12 AP courses
Math SAT: 800
Eagle Scout
Track Varsity and Captain

Yes the competition is steep.
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To get a TWE with these credentials is just astounding to me... I am just stunned...I know NJ is very competitive...but ..I have not seen better!

Your Son is amazing, 5Day!
 
5Day said:
Plan B's are now our plan A's. My DS was also part of the mass TWE mailing yesterday. He got the email and his portal was updated. RPI and a 4 year NROTC scholarship are the current plan A. That could change over the next few weeks as additional schools make their decisions.

He is still coping with the rejection, and he is questioning his desire to serve. He feels like "If the Navy doesn't want me, why should I want them." He will get over it. Being in a battalion with like minded kids and a sense of purpose will be the best thing for him. It will just take some time to get over the disappointment.

As for stats, I will only brag, and only give the the good stuff.
Class Rank 1 out of 400
GPA: 4.0/4.0 6.0/6.0. Never had a B and has taken 12 AP courses
Math SAT: 800
Eagle Scout
Track Varsity and Captain

Yes the competition is steep.
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Wow, you must live in a very competitive district! Super smart son you have there....he will succeed wherever he goes! Best wishes
 
murfthesurf said:
To get a TWE with these credentials is just astounding to me... I am just stunned...I know NJ is very competitive...but ..I have not seen better!

Your Son is amazing, 5Day!
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I agree murf. I was very shocked too. All of these kids getting TWEs are just amazing kids. I feel so sorry for them and the parents. But these kids like 5Day's are already a success. I wish them nothing but the best.
 
It's a tough week for my DS. TWE from MIT on Monday then TWE from USNA yesterday. Fortunately his "good fit" schools are coming through. He submitted applications to 8 schools. 6 have acceptance rates in the single Digits. Playing the odds. Maybe one will hit. But the strategy is set up for rejection. But we all learn from these minor disappointments.
 
5Day said:
Plan B's are now our plan A's. My DS was also part of the mass TWE mailing yesterday. He got the email and his portal was updated. RPI and a 4 year NROTC scholarship are the current plan A. That could change over the next few weeks as additional schools make their decisions.

He is still coping with the rejection, and he is questioning his desire to serve. He feels like "If the Navy doesn't want me, why should I want them." He will get over it. Being in a battalion with like minded kids and a sense of purpose will be the best thing for him. It will just take some time to get over the disappointment.

As for stats, I will only brag, and only give the the good stuff.
Class Rank 1 out of 400
GPA: 4.0/4.0 6.0/6.0. Never had a B and has taken 12 AP courses
Math SAT: 800
Eagle Scout
Track Varsity and Captain

Yes the competition is steep.
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Seriously??? Looks like the ones getting appointments are walking on the Severn River, parting it for battleships and are giving their "Sermon on the Mount" when they receive the MOC call!:) (no blasphemy intended!)
 
5Day said:
Plan B's are now our plan A's. My DS was also part of the mass TWE mailing yesterday. He got the email and his portal was updated. RPI and a 4 year NROTC scholarship are the current plan A. That could change over the next few weeks as additional schools make their decisions.

He is still coping with the rejection, and he is questioning his desire to serve. He feels like "If the Navy doesn't want me, why should I want them." He will get over it. Being in a battalion with like minded kids and a sense of purpose will be the best thing for him. It will just take some time to get over the disappointment.

As for stats, I will only brag, and only give the the good stuff.
Class Rank 1 out of 400
GPA: 4.0/4.0 6.0/6.0. Never had a B and has taken 12 AP courses
Math SAT: 800
Eagle Scout
Track Varsity and Captain

Yes the competition is steep.
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Remind him that the Navy didn't say they didn't want him. They said he did not beat out his competition THIS year. There is always next year and there are always other ways to obtain a commission.
 
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