While I’ve heard it’s possible, I have never personally met someone that that’s happened to.Hi there! Have you ever heard of anyone receiving a "turn down" and then receive an appointment later on?
Along with what was said. PRK is what the navy calls it and is very common. Most will get PRK their 2/C year so they'll be fine before service assignment. As said its also paid for by the navy.If I want to branch Aviation, but my eyesight is currently not great (I am correctable to 20/20 though), can I get surgery before branch selection so my eyesight won't DQ me?
It honestly depends on what you want to do. I tried out for the sailing team, but boxing is an option if you want. The only benefit is that you get 6 free periods during your first semester. I would recommend boxing if you were going to choose one however as its almost impossible to get an A during the AC year, but more common over the summer. @Skipper07 maybe you could chime in since you're in plebe year now.Hello,
My question relates to plebe summer and sport selection. Do you recommend doing boxing or wrestling to validate?
This is all assuming i receive a BFE not a TWE... Fingers crossed.
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Well first off congrats! When it comes to Naval Aviation about ~250 get it (little under a quarter of a class). So it's not that difficult comparatively. I'm a Quantitative Economics major so I'm not that familiar with the Political Science program here. But through my friends in my company who are poly sci say they love it. It's definitely a manageable workload and they rave about their professors. If it's what you want to pursue this is a good place to do it since we're close to DC as well. See you this summer hopefully!Hi, so I've recently been appointed to USNA (and USMA, I'm deciding between the two still) with hopes of branching Naval Aviation to be a helicopter pilot. Do you know how difficult it is to branch Aviation at USNA? Also, what is the political science like program at USNA? That's what I would like to major in, and was wondering if you had any insight about it.
What I told my NASS candidates last summer was to get the application done as soon as possible. USNA does rolling admissions so having your package done early can only help you. I also told them to make it known that they want to come here, list your reasons, also show them you want to be an officer and want to serve your country. In the end, that's what we're here to do. You can do this in your essay, BGO interview, and nomination applications. This is also the best opportunity to brag about yourself, don't leave anything you think is important out. I hope this helps, feel free to reach out if you have any questions while applying!Hello!
Thank you for taking the time to do this. Going to USNA has been my dream (and a major driving point in my life) since 4th grade! A quick question—what is your #1 piece of advice for applicants, especially relating the the application process itself?
Branching aviation at USNA is a lot easier than USMA. Usnas class of 2020 had 1/4 of the class branch into aviation as compared to USMA only having 50 cadets going aviation. Your aircraft that you will fly will be decided at flight school if im not wrong. Also, if I'm wrong here feel free to correct me, but I believe it's easier to fly rotary wing as a lot of people want to fly jets and it is more competitive going fixes wing.Hi, so I've recently been appointed to USNA (and USMA, I'm deciding between the two still) with hopes of branching Naval Aviation to be a helicopter pilot. Do you know how difficult it is to branch Aviation at USNA? Also, what is the political science like program at USNA? That's what I would like to major in, and was wondering if you had any insight about it.
> Menu for Noon Meal.....GO ! (Sorry, couldn't resist !)Feel free to post questions for a current (virtual) plebe as well.
Boys State. Deliver meals, prepare meals, etc etc for elderlyHi, I'm a sophomore in high school so I still have time to improve my grades and hold stronger leadership positions. What are some of the EC's that you participated in and did you hold any leadership roles? Do you have any recommendations for strong EC's I could take part in next year? Also, do you think there is anything I could do during this quarantine to help my community that may stand out to USNA?
It honestly depends on what you want to do. I tried out for the sailing team, but boxing is an option if you want. The only benefit is that you get 6 free periods during your first semester. I would recommend boxing if you were going to choose one however as its almost impossible to get an A during the AC year, but more common over the summer. @Skipper07 maybe you could chime in since you're in plebe year now.
> Menu for Noon Meal.....GO ! (Sorry, couldn't resist !)
Seriously, how are they keeping up with Plebe Rates and Professional Knowledge? (I'm guessing Rates went out the window, but hope we can keep up the Professional Training).
@USNAMA2022hopefull Thank you for your helpful input. Are you saying that boxing is not required at USNA? I thought it was but perhaps that was USMA. Can you choose wrestling instead and avoid boxing altogether?
I love it! The teachers are really there to make sure you succeed and the discussions in the classroom are great. The major is very flexible which allows you to focus on different areas in economics (ie International trade/relations, Business Economics, Mathematics, or Micro/Macro policies) all these focuses come with different classes to take that you find interesting!How is the quantitative economics department?
As said above Boys State or student government is something to get into that helps. If you're a Boy Scout get your eagle. Right now I recommend making sure your grades as high as possible as now is a good time to buff up that GPA. If you want to get involved in your community maybe start some fundraiser of some kind to benefit the elderly. But, I really recommend just staying home and safe right now.Hi, I'm a sophomore in high school so I still have time to improve my grades and hold stronger leadership positions. What are some of the EC's that you participated in and did you hold any leadership roles? Do you have any recommendations for strong EC's I could take part in next year? Also, do you think there is anything I could do during this quarantine to help my community that may stand out to USNA?
Granted it wasn't USNA, but I knew a guy who graduated from my hs last year and received a full turn down to USAFA, only to receive an appointment two weeks before I-day.Hi there! Have you ever heard of anyone receiving a "turn down" and then receive an appointment later on?
i am very anxious to know these answers as I would lay down my LIFE for my country and would be HONORED to serve. I have made mistakes in the past have vowed to never repeat them. um, i also scored a 97 on the asvab if for some reason that would help my caseFeel free to post questions for a current (virtual) plebe as well.
My question relates to plebe summer and sport selection. Do you recommend doing boxing or wrestling to validate?
‘Even Mohammed Ali wouldn’t get an A in this class.’ That was how the boxing coaches started the class.