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My son applied to USNA and USAFA but also applied for an NROTC scholarship. Which meant he had to apply to something like 5 civilian colleges, if I remember correctly. I know he applied to and was accepted at VMI, Va Tech, the Citadel, Norwich and Embry-Riddle. He also applied to and was accepted at the University of North Georgia, his plan C school, since we live in Georgia and he knew he could get a full ride and do AROTC there, if all else failed. I have no idea how he juggled all the applications, since none of the schools except UNG participated in the common app. What's more, he went to a really small high school, where few had ever gotten ROTC scholarships and no one had ever gone to a service academy, so there was little assistance for him during this process. However, he got the ROTC scholarship early on, so plan B was going to be either Va Tech or ER, both of whom offered him a full ride to cover what ROTC didn't. Thing is: I know, in this regard, he's typical of many of the kids who apply to the service academies. This is just one more way these kids go above and beyond the ordinary and why their level of commitment is so extraordinary. Even for those who don't get their long-awaited appointments, this kind of dedication and determination to serve will take them far with their plan B's and C's.[/QUOTE
I'm almost embarrassed to admit DD applied to 15 schools. She received a bunch of fee waiver applications and she applied to the 5 for NROTC, then realized only 1 of them she would really want to go to, so plan B, C, D. The NROTC schools, the non-nrotc schools, and two local schools I made her apply to just in case. She wasn't happy about it, but since she really wasn't set on any place in particular, aside from USNA, we felt it was easier to get the applications in, and then she could worry about deciding later on. So, our plan B is ready if necessary.
 
My son applied to USNA and USAFA but also applied for an NROTC scholarship. Which meant he had to apply to something like 5 civilian colleges, if I remember correctly. I know he applied to and was accepted at VMI, Va Tech, the Citadel, Norwich and Embry-Riddle. He also applied to and was accepted at the University of North Georgia, his plan C school, since we live in Georgia and he knew he could get a full ride and do AROTC there, if all else failed. I have no idea how he juggled all the applications, since none of the schools except UNG participated in the common app. What's more, he went to a really small high school, where few had ever gotten ROTC scholarships and no one had ever gone to a service academy, so there was little assistance for him during this process. However, he got the ROTC scholarship early on, so plan B was going to be either Va Tech or ER, both of whom offered him a full ride to cover what ROTC didn't. Thing is: I know, in this regard, he's typical of many of the kids who apply to the service academies. This is just one more way these kids go above and beyond the ordinary and why their level of commitment is so extraordinary. Even for those who don't get their long-awaited appointments, this kind of dedication and determination to serve will take them far with their plan B's and C's.

We had zero help with the USNA application. Nobody at her school had ever applied before so they didn't help.
My DD ended up having to re-do the fitness exam because the PE teacher didn't do it correctly the first time. And her guidance counselor left the school a week before her Senior year when she was waiting on his recommendation! So I get the 'zero' help situation!
 
My DD ended up having to re-do the fitness exam because the PE teacher didn't do it correctly the first time. And her guidance counselor left the school a week before her Senior year when she was waiting on his recommendation! So I get the 'zero' help situation!

We had to go to another school and get a PE teacher do her CFA. Her school was no help at all. But she can honestly say she did everything on her own and did her best.
 
This is our first time through this and some of the more sobering, realistic posts were hard to argue with but; if the class is pretty well rounded-out and they're sending out twe's, and emails are super easy to send in big batches, isn't it possible that the board may be seeing something valuable that some of you have that's keeping you in CPR for a couple more days at least?
That's right, and CPR means there is still hope and a chance of that positive portal status change!!
 
My DD ended up having to re-do the fitness exam because the PE teacher didn't do it correctly the first time. And her guidance counselor left the school a week before her Senior year when she was waiting on his recommendation! So I get the 'zero' help situation!

We had to go to another school and get a PE teacher do her CFA. Her school was no help at all. But she can honestly say she did everything on her own and did her best.
I hope your DD applies again next year! and who knows, may be I'll be around next year too keeping you company.
 
Looking through this thread, having a waiver is not an indicator of competitiveness it seems? I am still CPR but need a waiver for a Stress Fracture from January 2016. I received a waiver from USMMA for the stress fracture. If Navy decideds to extend an appt. to me, will I know by them requesting a waiver (me checking the DoDMERB portal) or will everything happen so suddenly that I won't see it coming? Also, what does TWE stand for? I know it means denial but what is the semantics behind the acronym?
 
Looking through this thread, having a waiver is not an indicator of competitiveness it seems? I am still CPR but need a waiver for a Stress Fracture from January 2016. I received a waiver from USMMA for the stress fracture. If Navy decideds to extend an appt. to me, will I know by them requesting a waiver (me checking the DoDMERB portal) or will everything happen so suddenly that I won't see it coming? Also, what does TWE stand for? I know it means denial but what is the semantics behind the acronym?

Bad news came in a Thin White Envelope, which can also be electronically delivered these days. TWE as opposed to BFE, the big fat one bursting with good news.
 
Looking through this thread, having a waiver is not an indicator of competitiveness it seems? I am still CPR but need a waiver for a Stress Fracture from January 2016. I received a waiver from USMMA for the stress fracture. If Navy decideds to extend an appt. to me, will I know by them requesting a waiver (me checking the DoDMERB portal) or will everything happen so suddenly that I won't see it coming? Also, what does TWE stand for? I know it means denial but what is the semantics behind the acronym?
I got a waiver in November-ish but I'm still CPR. From what I've read, getting a waiver means that USNA finds you competitive for an appointment. However, it doesn't guarantee that you'll get one.
 
After meeting some friends for dinner last night, I was reminded that our kids Plan B's in some cases are Plan A+ / reach schools for other kids.. No matter what next week brings, we should be feeling proud and happy for our DS and DD!

"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts."
 
After meeting some friends for dinner last night, I was reminded that our kids Plan B's in some cases are Plan A+ / reach schools for other kids.. No matter what next week brings, we should be feeling proud and happy for our DS and DD!

"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts."

Such a good thing to keep in mind while going into this week. Thank you.
 
Looking through this thread, having a waiver is not an indicator of competitiveness it seems? I am still CPR but need a waiver for a Stress Fracture from January 2016. I received a waiver from USMMA for the stress fracture. If Navy decideds to extend an appt. to me, will I know by them requesting a waiver (me checking the DoDMERB portal) or will everything happen so suddenly that I won't see it coming? Also, what does TWE stand for? I know it means denial but what is the semantics behind the acronym?
I got a waiver in November-ish but I'm still CPR. From what I've read, getting a waiver means that USNA finds you competitive for an appointment. However, it doesn't guarantee that you'll get one.
Welcome. Those who are still CPR (or have DD's and DS's who are) would value you sharing any scraps of info you feel free to share such as Congressional district, etc...
After meeting some friends for dinner last night, I was reminded that our kids Plan B's in some cases are Plan A+ / reach schools for other kids.. No matter what next week brings, we should be feeling proud and happy for our DS and DD!

"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts."
My daughter said that just last week after talking to friends about her U of Michigan and Rensselaer acceptances. "I feel kind of bad talking about them as my Plan B schools when their stressing so bad about them being their Plan B schools." We parents here are all blessed with some amazing kids with some amazing options.
 
Looking through this thread, having a waiver is not an indicator of competitiveness it seems? I am still CPR but need a waiver for a Stress Fracture from January 2016. I received a waiver from USMMA for the stress fracture. If Navy decideds to extend an appt. to me, will I know by them requesting a waiver (me checking the DoDMERB portal) or will everything happen so suddenly that I won't see it coming? Also, what does TWE stand for? I know it means denial but what is the semantics behind the acronym?
I got a waiver in November-ish but I'm still CPR. From what I've read, getting a waiver means that USNA finds you competitive for an appointment. However, it doesn't guarantee that you'll get one.
Welcome. Those who are still CPR (or have DD's and DS's who are) would value you sharing any scraps of info you feel free to share such as Congressional district, etc...
After meeting some friends for dinner last night, I was reminded that our kids Plan B's in some cases are Plan A+ / reach schools for other kids.. No matter what next week brings, we should be feeling proud and happy for our DS and DD!

"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts."
My daughter said that just last week after talking to friends about her U of Michigan and Rensselaer acceptances. "I feel kind of bad talking about them as my Plan B schools when their stressing so bad about them being their Plan B schools." We parents here are all blessed with some amazing kids with some amazing options.
Duh, "about them being their plan A schools", obviously.
 
Our family is heading to Wash DC for spring break next week. My daughter wants to show her 3 little brothers around Annapolis when we're there and maybe see if she can say hi to her detailer from NASS. I asked her "so, you're sure you want to head over there even if you hear some bad news in the next couple weeks?" She said definitely, although it will be bittersweet if she gets a TWE before then and will make her quite anxious if she's still CPR on the day we visit. :)
 
Our family is heading to Wash DC for spring break next week. My daughter wants to show her 3 little brothers around Annapolis when we're there and maybe see if she can say hi to her detailer from NASS. I asked her "so, you're sure you want to head over there even if you hear some bad news in the next couple weeks?" She said definitely, although it will be bittersweet if she gets a TWE before then and will make her quite anxious if she's still CPR on the day we visit. :)
I would tell her if it's not this year, then it's next. And if it's not next year, then the year after. I am impressed by endurance some candidates show by applying three times and finally getting in on the third attempt. My DS currently says the same - he will apply for the 2nd and 3rd time if needed, until he gets in. So even if she has a TWE in hand when you visit, I would view it as kicking off USNA 2022 process early.
 
Looking through this thread, having a waiver is not an indicator of competitiveness it seems? I am still CPR but need a waiver for a Stress Fracture from January 2016. I received a waiver from USMMA for the stress fracture. If Navy decideds to extend an appt. to me, will I know by them requesting a waiver (me checking the DoDMERB portal) or will everything happen so suddenly that I won't see it coming? Also, what does TWE stand for? I know it means denial but what is the semantics behind the acronym?
I got a waiver in November-ish but I'm still CPR. From what I've read, getting a waiver means that USNA finds you competitive for an appointment. However, it doesn't guarantee that you'll get one.
Welcome. Those who are still CPR (or have DD's and DS's who are) would value you sharing any scraps of info you feel free to share such as Congressional district, etc...
After meeting some friends for dinner last night, I was reminded that our kids Plan B's in some cases are Plan A+ / reach schools for other kids.. No matter what next week brings, we should be feeling proud and happy for our DS and DD!

"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts."
My daughter said that just last week after talking to friends about her U of Michigan and Rensselaer acceptances. "I feel kind of bad talking about them as my Plan B schools when their stressing so bad about them being their Plan B schools." We parents here are all blessed with some amazing kids with some amazing options.

College re-applicant, Principal nomination, CA-37
 
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