im thinking about going but i wanna know how hard is it to get in
2007-08-01 12:07:43 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Work hard at maintaining academic excellence (i.e. have at least a 3.5 unweighted GPA and be in the top 10% of your class). You need at least a 2100 (1400 M+V) on your SAT. Be a strong athlete in the militaristic sports (football, rugby, soccer, cross country, wrestling--even baseball would do) and by the same fold engage in community service. Whatever you do make sure you are an exceptional and well rounded student. Don't worry about the nomination (most Congressmen would give you one without hesitating as long as there is an open spot). The point is--entrance to USNA is NOT impossible. If you decide early on that you want to get in, you will get in. The Academy admitted 8.5% of its total applicants for the 2007-08 academic year but of those who had an official nomination (i.e. letter from a Representative), 26.7% were admitted. Thats pretty obtainable if you ask me.
2007-08-01 15:13:58 · answer #1 · answered by origen01 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
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The other posters are right on all counts. If you enlist and do 4 years then you've pretty much used up any grace period for applying due to age, you must be less than 23 when you report in to the academy. Second, if you enlist and apply during your enlistment you must have the approval of your commanding officer, which is not an automatic as you will have had to perform up to standards and then some. Then you would most likely be sent to the Naval Academy Prep School in Newport, RI first, to get you back into the swing of things of being in school after being out of school for a couple years. IF you pass this course then you would be assigned to the Naval Academy. Enlisting puts a whole new set of variables into the equation. You are better off going directly in if you can.
2016-04-01 02:27:38 · answer #2 · answered by Bonnie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are two paths for entry into any of the military academies. First is by being appointed by a Member of Congress. The second way is to enlist and compete for an appointment from the Secretary of that military service. In your case, the Secretary of the Navy. I believe he has the right to appoint up to 120 members of the freshman class.
Though I'm not a graduate of Annapolis, I can tell you it is one of the toughest universities in the country. No one majors in romance languages. Most have a major in the science and engineering fields. Besides the scholastic studies, they are also undergoing military training to be the next leaders of the fleet.
2007-08-01 14:33:31 · answer #3 · answered by desertviking_00 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It's by appointment only, to be accepted as a officers candidate to Annapolis. You need to write to your local representative or Congressman for your district. These people are allotted a limited number of assignments for the military academy's, so make it good!
Express your reason for wanting to attend Annapolis. If your family has Navy or Marine Corps history, especially combat experience, note this in your letter. Your personal commitment to the Navy and your knowledge of it and/or the Marine Corps, should carry a lot of weight in showing favor to your request.
2007-08-01 14:26:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
lets put it this way. Thousands apply. maybe a few hundred get in.
If you are not a standout athlete, scholar or Leader, you won't be competitive.
2007-08-01 12:31:14 · answer #5 · answered by Mrsjvb 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I say if you have the capability to go when you graduate hs, go then, your only going to hurt your chances if you delay 4 years.
2016-03-16 05:10:29 · answer #6 · answered by Jane 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you have to be appointed to go, like by a congressman!
2007-08-01 12:18:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋