I don't want to be in the academy anymore, but I also cant leave

Mack1995 said:
Personally I would pay zero attention to moms and dads giving you advice that never went to an academy. You do you. If it’s time to go, go. Pay no attention to those saying to stick around.
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@Mack1995 is - 'tis better for you to let them think you are a fool, than to put it in writing and remove all doubt.

I appreciate all posters jumping in to help the OP sort this out by sharing perspectives - ring-knockers and ordinary slobs like me alike.
 
Herman_Snerd said:
@Mack1995 is - 'tis better for you to let them think you are a fool, than to put it in writing and remove all doubt.

I appreciate all posters jumping in to help the OP sort this out by sharing perspectives - ring-knockers and ordinary slobs like me alike.
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I'm not ordinary but a slob for sure. Oh, and apparently a clown.
 
While Mack1995's responses/input seems abrasive, I think the original poster's dilemma, along with Mack's seemingly rough remarks, along with - MJ, A1, Snerd, Texark, Strangelove, Kirkegaard and ALL other posters - provide insight and sound advice to OPs problem. Certainly there is enough for any Mid who may be perusing this topic who may be having second thoughts etc. to glean some wisdom from said commentary. For that reason alone, this is a healthy discussion and egos should be left at the proverbial door.
No offense to anyone.
 
Old Navy BGO said:
> Wow, big throw down from someone who just showed up.... suggest spending some time and learning who you preparing top butt heads with. Hint, not a Service Academy parent or directly involved with USNA, but Doc's been there, done that and has a lot of wisdom to share.
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Don't feed the troll.
 
Wahoo Fan said:
Besides being disrespectful (which is not what they tried to teach you at the academy), your arguments in this case are illogical.

The original poster was in need of parent advice for his situation, but he is not comfortable talking to his own parents right now. So he came here to get advice from parents who have kids at academies. The “moms and dads” who answered are absolutely the ones who should be offering advice for this person.

As to the value of the advice, as you said some of it may be unhelpful. But that is the nature of advice. Some advice may be good and some advice may be bad, but that is for the original poster to judge. He can take what is helpful and leave what is not.

*using “he” generically here, though I don’t know if the original poster is a man or woman.
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Don't feed the troll
 
Old Navy BGO said:
> Wow, big throw down from someone who just showed up.... suggest spending some time and learning who you preparing top butt heads with. Hint, not a Service Academy parent or directly involved with USNA, but Doc's been there, done that and has a lot of wisdom to share.
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Thank you, sir but it's my fault. I take a two year sabbatical, unpaid mind you, and lose all my street cred.
 
Skipper07 said:
@Mack1995

What’s wrong with parental advice? OP clearly isn’t getting any from home given their reluctance to talk about DORing with friends and family.

@lost crayon

If you truly don’t want to be in the Navy, then leave. However, I’d recommend you finish the year and time your applications so you can start elsewhere next fall to avoid a break in your college education. I would also recommend that you do PROTRAMID before deciding you don’t want to be in the Navy. USNA (particularly plebe year) is nothing like the fleet.
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+1 on the sticking out the year if at all possible. I left mid-term second semester Youngster year. I could have gutted it out and grabbed the credits, but I didn't. Came back to bite me when pre-reqs and transfer credits were evaluated at the new school. Lots of time until transfer school applications are due this spring. I know it will be difficult, but try to focus on setting yourself up for success on your next path.
 
8th Wing Refugee said:
+1 on the sticking out the year if at all possible. I left mid-term second semester Youngster year. I could have gutted it out and grabbed the credits, but I didn't. Came back to bite me when pre-reqs and transfer credits were evaluated at the new school. Lots of time until transfer school applications are due this spring. I know it will be difficult, but try to focus on setting yourself up for success on your next path.
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Great advice! I mean, it makes the most sense. So a person will bring over whole credits. Vs having to take xx class again.

If you care to share, what was it that pushed you to not wait it out for full credits? Did others advise you to stick it out for the year?
 
What does "you can't afford college" mean?

Have you gone to your State U's website and put your family's info in the Net Price Calculator? It will give you an indication how much financial aid you will be eligible for.
Also you can apply to colleges that you are well above average to get merit-scholarships.

One way to go is do the first two years at your current SA and then leave and transfer to your State U.
You could also apply this year after you get your grades and see what they offer you.
 
bopper said:
What does "you can't afford college" mean?

Have you gone to your State U's website and put your family's info in the Net Price Calculator? It will give you an indication how much financial aid you will be eligible for.
Also you can apply to colleges that you are well above average to get merit-scholarships.

One way to go is do the first two years at your current SA and then leave and transfer to your State U.
You could also apply this year after you get your grades and see what they offer you.
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I would assume that someone with grades to get into an academy would qualify for scholarships
 
Humey said:
I would assume that someone with grades to get into an academy would qualify for scholarships
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But state U without scholarship can be a better approach.

My daughter has another year left for her doctorate … both graduate work and undergraduate work was nearly free without scholarships.

Very small student loans balance. She has been independent most of the time.
 
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