I would not think so if separation is voluntary. If you are involuntarily separated it would depend on the reasons. As long as you do it in first two years it would be just like leaving any other college just a little more involved process. This is why the military allows you such a long period to make the decision before affirmation. If the academy / military are not the place for you they would rather you find the path you want and allow those who do want to be there to continue. It is not a negative reflection on you in any way.
I know my boys both have dreamed of West Point since middle school, but I told them that I would rather have them try and find out that it is not for them - than not give it a go and wonder if they should have for the rest of their lives. Some things in life you have to decide once you experience. I would still look at someone who was appointed to an academy with respect for getting there and experiences.
I’m a plebe and have been debating and talking to my parents. West Point is a great opportunity for me, but I do not think the culture aligns with who I am. The reason I came was to try it, so I’d be able to digress to a civilian college if I chose to. I do not exactly wish to finish this second semester but I may have to while I get my eggs in a basket. Does anyone know how the outprocessing process is, or if I will still be doing all of my duties during this time?I would not think so if separation is voluntary. If you are involuntarily separated it would depend on the reasons. As long as you do it in first two years it would be just like leaving any other college just a little more involved process. This is why the military allows you such a long period to make the decision before affirmation. If the academy / military are not the place for you they would rather you find the path you want and allow those who do want to be there to continue. It is not a negative reflection on you in any way.
I know my boys both have dreamed of West Point since middle school, but I told them that I would rather have them try and find out that it is not for them - than not give it a go and wonder if they should have for the rest of their lives. Some things in life you have to decide once you experience. I would still look at someone who was appointed to an academy with respect for getting there and experiences.
Talk, talk, talk it out, as difficult as that may be!!! It will do you no good to hold your feelings inside. You might receive pressure to remain and finish the year, but you also might receive support, which could be to do what you feel is best for your well-being at this particular moment. I would also encourage you to look (perhaps, insist that you look??) at and consider the broader picture ... not just this narrow snippet in time.,I’m a plebe and have been debating and talking to my parents. West Point is a great opportunity for me, but I do not think the culture aligns with who I am. The reason I came was to try it, so I’d be able to digress to a civilian college if I chose to. I do not exactly wish to finish this second semester but I may have to while I get my eggs in a basket. Does anyone know how the outprocessing process is, or if I will still be doing all of my duties during this time?
On point. DD was reconsidering, stayed for the second semester of Plebe year, and took the advice of a Firstie which was to come back for the first semester as a Yuk. It's still hard, but different then being a Plebe. She did, and was a 22 grad last May. Speak with some Firsties.Out processing takes 5-8 weeks. It is a lonely, miserable experience. If you are not having mental duress or failing multiple classes, finish the spring term to get the credits while you apply to other schools. Also plebe year is crummy but Yuck Summer is fabulous. You might want to stick around to try it.