My son had a knee fracture 4 yrs ago that resulted in a surgery and putting back a piece of bone with 2 screws. He went through rehab and once he was cleared he never went back for any issues. I had a feeling this would be coming but I’m so stressed out at what happens now. This can’t be it. He is incredibly physically fit. Anyone going through this now?
Son received a Med DQ
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Yes, you are not alone. Although remedied through surgery, there is a history of a condition that does not meet the medical regulation. DODMERB's role is to identify compliance to the regulation. Now that they say you are out of regs, or were at one time, it is up to the school to determine if they want to dig deeper and consider a waiver. Frustrating, but all part of the process. Each cog serves a function and they have done their part. Should the school find the candidate competitive for an appointment, they will consider a waiver. Some conditions are not waiverable, but many things are today - even some that were previously not waived.
I would highly suggest your DS connect with his admissions advisor to ask their advice on next steps.
I would highly suggest your DS connect with his admissions advisor to ask their advice on next steps.
That’s the frustrating part, who knows if he is considered highly competitive, we certainly don’t. This whole process has been so much work from, caused to much stress and tension to have it all end like this. I guess it’s more hurry up and just wait. He had his second congressional interview today and is being boarded this week for AFROTC. I never imagined how stressful this was going to be... and I’m. Military spouse lol
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My oldest had a knee issue that would allow a SA. He recently took his oath with the ANG, and is looking forward to becoming a different officer, via a different path.
There are lots of ways to become an Officer! Hang in there!
There are lots of ways to become an Officer! Hang in there!
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Yes. As a grad and an admissions adviser, I was prepared for the level of effort. However, for your child it is difficult to fully convey the enormity of the process in a way that they will understand until they too have gone through the process. Sadly, there are too many variables to know where you stand and after doing all of it, you can get the TWE and it all be for nothing. Regardless of the outcome, the candidates do benefit personally by going through the exercise and the interviews, but it is far more work than a regular college. The payoff is huge if you receive the appointment, but most candidates are so invested by the time a decision is made, there are no other possible outcomes other than elation or devastation.
I remind my DS and candidates that I have advised that I opened 5 TWE and a medical DQ. It isn't over until you age out or reach the end of the medical road with a condition they are not ready to waive. Those who reapply after their initial admissions cycle have more maturity (which shows in interviews and essays), are typically better equipped academically and from maturity, and demonstrate significant motivation towards the school and a life of service to the admissions panel.
I remind my DS and candidates that I have advised that I opened 5 TWE and a medical DQ. It isn't over until you age out or reach the end of the medical road with a condition they are not ready to waive. Those who reapply after their initial admissions cycle have more maturity (which shows in interviews and essays), are typically better equipped academically and from maturity, and demonstrate significant motivation towards the school and a life of service to the admissions panel.