Preparing for Application

[GGPatton]

I am currently a freshman in high school, and have strong hopes of attending the USMA. I am in a .4 geometry class, .3 Biology, English, and Spanish, and .2 Orchestra, and history (they require a .2 history class freshman year). My GPA is around a 3.6 (I think). Unfortunately my first semester freshman year, math hit me like a rock, and I ended up with a B-. Every other class was in the A or A- range. I take lessons for piano, and violin. I'm on the varsity tennis team and plan to stay on it my entire high school career. I've volunteered at my local tennis center, and the hospital. I'm applying for a job at the tennis center this summer, and plan to continue my hospital volunteering. Next year, I'm going to join the Key Club for more volunteer hours. I'm going to apply for NHS when I'm a junior. Currently, I'm starting a workout routine, in preperation for getting my physical strength/endurance up for the CFA. I think one area I struggle in is finding places to develop leadership skills. What could I do that would improve my application for the USMA?

 

[JRS92078]

try to line yourself up for Captain of your Varsity tennis team the earlier the better. If you can find out about Boys state in your area. My son didn't do so hot his Freshman year in math and Foreign Language and some of his classes he took 8th-grade year; which effected his GPA. Most likely what ended him up in the Prep School. But every applicant is different. Not only join a club.. be the President. My DS was Founder and President one of the clubs at his school plus was on the key club and had TONS of Volunteer hours. Practice for the SAT and ACT and take them lots of times

 

[GGPatton]

Yes, Im trying to get Captain of the tennis team senior year (since they usually only pick seniors). Practicing for the SAT is one of my main goals. Also, volunteering is one thing that I have experience in so I am not too worried about that. Just making sure I have lots of hours. Thanks.

 

[AnthonyWayne]

Be a well rounded individual. I recommend preparing to go to things that will grow you, example being Boys/Girls State and SLE.

 

[mob2023]

Many communities offer leadership opportunities/retreats for pretty much anyone looking to brush up their resumes. When I was in high school, I worked a lot to help with community development projects, as well as volunteering for clubs and other (sometimes otherwise undesirable) positions within my school and community. You can reach out to your guidance counselors to get connected with resources in your area. Good luck!