Waiver Timeframe?

Hello, this is my first post and I'm not sure if I am in the correct place but here it goes. My DD has been awarded a 4 year AROTC scholarship pending medical clearance. Her file went under waiver review status on March 18, 2021. DD has had no contact since then, no additional medical records have been requested. DD reached out to her DoDMERB contact and was given an email address to contact. DD emailed twice now with no response. Our hands are tied, not sure what to do next?
 
MOM/DAD: Google "DoDMERB;" Hit "Questions on the process;" Read paragraph #4.

DD : Send me an email: lawrence.e.mullen.civ@mail.mil (***ensure you type the email just as it looks. No extra “e” anywhere***); provide complete name and last 4 SSN; provide the text of your Parent's posting above to YOUR email. The subject line of the email should be “MoMofMyGirl-SAF=Waiver timeframe .“ Do NOT embed links in your email as I will not be able to view those.:wiggle:
 
MOM/DAD: Google "DoDMERB;" Hit "Questions on the process;" Read paragraph #4.

DD : Send me an email: lawrence.e.mullen.civ@mail.mil (***ensure you type the email just as it looks. No extra “e” anywhere***); provide complete name and last 4 SSN; provide the text of your Parent's posting above to YOUR email. The subject line of the email should be “MoMofMyGirl-SAF=Waiver timeframe .“ Do NOT embed links in your email as I will not be able to view those.:wiggle:
Thank you Mr. Mullen. DD has sent you an email.
 
Our DD needs to decide if she will reapply to a SA, apply for ROTC (tomorrow is class registration), or just give up.

She applied and had nominations for USAFA and USNA. She had a strong application but was slammed with a list of med DQs that was too much to overcome given the time. We thought she'd be able to explain things to the waiver authority. But, after receiving a letter that a waiver was requested, the WA said "no waiver" but with no AMI requested and so no opportunity to explain anything to them. Applicants are told to answer many yes or no type questions (under a threat of being in big trouble if they do not) but those often do not present an accurate picture. When the negative waiver decision came, there was also no explanation to plan a way forward.

She was crushed by all this after watching military and SA videos for a year and planning her future. She scrambled to get more college applications completed and is now enrolled in a state college. Because of Covid, schools had so many more applicants it was fortunate she was even accepted which only added to the stress/frustration. She still wants to be an officer but has a number of questions. It's a ton of work and quite honestly, the med portion, especially toward the end, left us perplexed and frustrated.

1. Is it normal that she would get waiver denied based on no opportunity to explain anything (Some DQ items could have been easily explained away had she had the opportunity.)?
2. If a waiver is needed, is ROTC different/easier?
3. We assumed (based on reading instructions) that MERB or WA would tell us what AMI to pursue so we did not do anything without being told because it seemed like guessing would be stupid. We were shocked to get a denial letter with nothing additional requested and no explanation why, especially considering there were things on the list that should not have been a big issue (ex. discontinue use of an orthodontic retainer a month early).
4. Does timing matter? In other words, if she submitted the same stuff early in the cycle, would she get the same answers as late in a cycle?
5. Is there anyone who can look at her situation and give her candid advice? It would have been great to get an explanation as to what exactly was denied and why (similar to how the VA documents compensation decisions) so a candidate understands what they can and cannot do. Given the amount of effort and commitment to be competitive in the SA process, better feedback seems reasonable and necessary.

Respectfully and thank you.
 
MOM/DAD: Google "DoDMERB;" Hit "Questions on the process;" Read paragraph #4.

DD : Send me an email: lawrence.e.mullen.civ@mail.mil (***ensure you type the email just as it looks. No extra “e” anywhere***Lawrence E. Mullen); provide complete name and last 4 SSN; provide the text of your Parent's posting above to YOUR email. The subject line of the email should be “Frisbeedog-SAF=Waiver timeframe .“ Do NOT embed links in your email as I will not be able to view those.:wiggle:

I'm on leave but may answer very late tonight, if she sends
 
I have been looking on my daughters DODMerb account. She sent the remedial forms back 2 weeks ago, and has emailed again requesting if they have been received. She has not heard anything. How do we know if they were received? What is the next step?
Thank You for any help....

Robin
 
MOM/DAD: Google "DoDMERB;" Hit "Questions on the process;" Read paragraph #4.

Daughter : Send me an email: lawrence.e.mullen.civ@mail.mil (***ensure you type the email just as it looks. No extra “e” anywhere***Lawrence E. Mullen); provide complete name and last 4 SSN; provide the text of your Parent's posting above to YOUR email. The subject line of the email should be “Cisco1-SAF = Waiver Timeline.“ Do NOT embed links in your email as I will not be able to view those. :wiggle:
 
MOM/DAD: Google "DoDMERB;" Hit "Questions on the process;" Read paragraph #4.

Daughter : Send me an email: lawrence.e.mullen.civ@mail.mil (***ensure you type the email just as it looks. No extra “e” anywhere***Lawrence E. Mullen); provide complete name and last 4 SSN; provide the text of your Parent's posting above to YOUR email. The subject line of the email should be “Cisco1-SAF = Waiver Timeline.“ Do NOT embed links in your email as I will not be able to view those. :wiggle:
Thank You so much! I forwarded all the information to her.
 
...Unless their medical condition changes during the intervening time :wiggle:
 
Hello Mr. Mullen!

I am currently awaiting my waiver for the United States Air Force Academy. This site and your name was recommended to ask about DoDMERB's waiver process. I have read the process and am a little concerned about the rolling deadlines. My application is due November 1st and they have just begun the waiver process. Do you have any advice on how to make sure the waiver is submitted in time for my deadline? I simply want to be certain that every option is exercised.
Thank you in advance for your time.
-USAFA 2026 Candidate
 
**Academy Admission Deadlines for all do --NOT-- include medical**:wiggle:
 
Hello Mr. Mullen,

I am applying for the Class of 2026 for USAFA, USNA, USMA, and USCGA. I recently received correspondence from DODMERB saying I was disqualified for an ACL reconstruction I had about 4 months ago and "GERD with Complications" (code D161.01). I understand why I was disqualified for the ACL reconstruction as it hasn't been 12 months since surgery, however the gastrointestinal issue has been completely resolved since May of 2021 and I am no longer taking any medication or seeing a GI.

I understand there is a waiver process and I could be cleared for these issues, however I don't believe I should have been disqualified for the gastrointestinal issue. I just don't want there to be another issue that has to be considered for a waiver if it isn't necessary. Any help or clarification you could provide would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
 
I think I already answered you a few days ago via email???? :wiggle:
 
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