Re-Applicant Thread

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Hi, I am starting this thread for those who need support or help with their re-application to the academy. I wanted to start this thread because in the past year, I met one of my closest friends from SAF from my state and we supported each other through this application which made it much more bearable. If you need help or support or someone pushing you here ya go!

Also parents: please do not use this thread to spread negativity on personal opinions regarding re-application to the Naval Academy. If we as adults are choosing to reapply to USNA 2x, 3x, 4x etc, it's because a career in the Navy is our dream.

Thanks :)
 
Would AROTC or AFROTC have similiar weight on a reapplication as NROTC? I know you cant get a nomination from either like NROTC but I was curious if the admissions board would give the other branch's ROTC similiar consideration.
 
anom said:
If anyone has questions about reapplication. I am a second time applicant on the Waitlist and know exactly why I am on it. PM if you have any questions.
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I am just curious who you contacted to find out why you are on the waitlist and what the process is to find out. My DS is on the waitlist. He mentioned reapplying, but it would be all on him. I am not sure as a parent I would encourage him as this year has been focused on the academies and I think he should enjoy his college time vs thinking about what he is missing. He has an ROTC scholarship so he can end up where he wants to go just though another route. But if he wants to try again I would support him, it is just such a long process.
 
Hi!

I (as a parent) started this thread shortly after The Purge - it kind of got buried at the end of April. Happy to have the discussion moved to this thread, but didn't want the info that was shared there to get lost in case it is helpful to anyone!

Not Giving up the Ship - Reapps for 2028!

It looks like there are at least several candidates who have already opened up re-applications for Class of 2028, so I wanted to start a thread here to create a gathering spot for candidates and families! DD received her TWE in The Purge of April 12, but has already retaken the ACT on 4/15 (we...
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DD is reapplying full steam ahead, and has started her app and retaken the ACT and will retake in July. She secured some letters of rec from HS teachers prior to the end of the school year (mainly for the nom apps), but also plans to ask professors in the fall.

We attended a webinar on reapplication with Academy Endeavors the other night, did anyone else attend that? We also have a consult set up with them. Not sure that we want to commit to a big package with someone, but are interested in potentially finding someone experienced to review essays and potentially do some practice interviews, just to cover all the basis.
 
Curious about BGO and ALO things...

I've been watching my portals for both USAFA and USNA, and haven't seen my interviewing officer change for either(from c/o2027 app to c/o2028 app). I'm pretty certain there is only one BGO for my district, and it's possible that mine will be the same, however, I haven't noticed any threads on here discussing reapplicants receiving/ requesting a new Eval ALO. My Mentor ALO has already stated that I will be in their region for my next application.

So the questions:
1. If there is a single BGO in my region, will I most likely be assigned to that one for my reapplication? (Mine was great to work with, and I believe I can show a lot in terms of maturing and refining my goal of service, so I don't feel a burning desire to find a new one.)
2. Has anyone experienced/ possesses knowledge about mentor ALOs and reapplicants? Should I contact mine over the summer to let them know that I am reapplying and look forward to speaking with them again? Or is it best to leave it be for now? They are the most elusive of all the interviewers, and I'm not sure of the protocol for speaking with them.
 
My son had a roommate who got in on his 4th try. He had three (3) years of college completed by I-Day.
When they made it to Firstie year, he said that this was refreshingly, the first time he had been a senior. :p

If you are determined, you can do almost anything.
 
THParent said:
My son had a roommate who got in on his 4th try. He had three (3) years of college completed by I-Day.
When they made it to Firstie year, he said that this was refreshingly, the first time he had been a senior. :p

If you are determined, you can do almost anything.
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That is incredible. I just got the TWE for the second time and will reapply again. Hoping at this point admissions gets annoyed by my persistence and gives me a thumbs up.:)
 
I wanted to ask, has anybody been able to start their applications yet? I did the prelim app last month but I have not been able to start my package
 
gordt said:
I wanted to ask, has anybody been able to start their applications yet? I did the prelim app last month but I have not been able to start my package
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I also did the preliminary application last month, yet haven't been able to start my package either. The 2028 portal is not open, but I wonder when it will be.
 
My DD was turned down from the NAPS waitlist today. Her plan is to re-apply to USNA. I was honestly a little surprised. Her determination is unwavering. She told me, "One way or another, I will be an officer in the US Navy!"
Ok! I'm here to support her! Guys! Sounds like I'll be seeing a lot of you during this next cycle 🤣
 
XC_Mom4 said:
My DD was turned down from the NAPS waitlist today. Her plan is to re-apply to USNA. I was honestly a little surprised. Her determination is unwavering. She told me, "One way or another, I will be an officer in the US Navy!"
Ok! I'm here to support her! Guys! Sounds like I'll be seeing a lot of you during this next cycle 🤣
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See ya on the sequel!! At least we already have friends for round 2. Bring your 8-ball! 😂 😂 😂
 
My son spoke to his admissions counselor a couple of days ago and I am sort of disappointed in what he learned. Our expectation was that his SATs needed to be higher. They were good but not great and we knew it (this was after a few re-takes...he just doesn't test well). That wasn't it. He said the SATs were more than sufficient. His focus was that DS should apply to multiple sources for the nomination because we're in a very competitive district. Well, he DID apply to everything he could have (2 sen, 1 rep and VP). Both Sen sent a form letter saying they have hundreds of qualified applicants and regret to inform blah blah blah. He got a phone call from the Rep so we were thinking he was the principal but never knew for sure because she lost her primaries and was no longer available to talk. I guess they don't KNOW that he applied for all of them but the guy really focused on that as the main source of improvement for next time. He did say to beef up his CFA a little. DS only took it once (at NASS) because he did fairly well and didn't anticipate being able to improve much. Plus we were told it was a small portion of the consideration anyway.

I guess I am just a little surprised. He went through all the extra curriculars and leadership and academics and said everything was really great and just try to stay active in college for the re-application. But he focused really hard on applying for more nomination sources. It's disheartening to hear because that's the one thing DS can't control. He did everything he COULD control except live somewhere less competitive. At least for the next time, he will also be able to apply for the NROTC nom. I was just hoping for something more specific he can work on and this feedback seemed pretty generic.
 
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