0NtheR0ADagain
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Hey y'all, first time on this forum. I applied Early Action to the Coast Guard Academy during my senior year (2019-20). I had a 209 PFE, 1370 SAT, 3.8 UGPA, and a decent list of extracurriculars and sports, including varsity soccer and cross country, student leadership positions, and some activities in the arts (touring choir, theatre, chamber orchestra). I also earned my AA in business via dual enrollment. Although I did not receive an appointment, nor prep school/waitlist, I am extremely grateful for the experience as a whole. This was my first dive into anything of this sort, and I learned a lot about the Coast Guard, the Academy, and myself along the way.
I talked to CAPT Fredie earlier this year, and he said my essays and Reading/Writing SAT scores were strong. He also said I might be better off applying as a management major (I originally applied as civil).
Now we come to the present day. I've started at a state university, but I don't feel like it's the right place for me. I don't feel challenged enough, and I already know the typical college atmosphere is probably not for me. My heart just isn't in it, so I'm going to reapply to the Academy in January. I'm taking summer classes, with my schedule in the fall loaded with science, math, and computer courses (I'm currently a pre-eng major).
I know my PFE score could definitely use improvement and that I'm going to need to work hard and get good grades in the fall. Aside from these things, does anyone have any advice on what I can do to strengthen my candidacy? Thanks in advance for your help!
I talked to CAPT Fredie earlier this year, and he said my essays and Reading/Writing SAT scores were strong. He also said I might be better off applying as a management major (I originally applied as civil).
Now we come to the present day. I've started at a state university, but I don't feel like it's the right place for me. I don't feel challenged enough, and I already know the typical college atmosphere is probably not for me. My heart just isn't in it, so I'm going to reapply to the Academy in January. I'm taking summer classes, with my schedule in the fall loaded with science, math, and computer courses (I'm currently a pre-eng major).
I know my PFE score could definitely use improvement and that I'm going to need to work hard and get good grades in the fall. Aside from these things, does anyone have any advice on what I can do to strengthen my candidacy? Thanks in advance for your help!