Reading through this thread and thought this would be the place to post.
Last week I was 3Q'ed and added to the NWL. I have a Presidential Nomination, as well as a Congressional Nomination (TX37, Lloyd Doggett) for all 3 service academies. I am almost positive that I have the primary nomination to West Point and it is not a slate. (I have received certificates from his office that show I have won his nomination to West Point, it is showing in my portal)
According to an FAQ page posted by West Point
https://www.west-point.org/academy/malo-wa/educators/faqs.html it states: "The National Waiting List is comprised of 150 very qualified young men and women, all of whom USMA wants but cannot offer an appointment to at this time. Basically, it means that he/she did not "win their district/senatorial slot," but in all other areas, shine." (This may be outdated, it has dates from 2003)
It appears that the NWL is very much like a normal waitlist. Would there be a reason that I would be placed on the NWL if I (theoretically) have a primary Congressional and a Presidential? Should I have any reason to worry? Does anyone have an experience that can provide insight? Is the answer (like with just about everything) that I need to wait and see?
Thank you in advance.