Eagle Scout/Time of Submission

Colleges and Universities A-Z Naval Academy - Annapolis
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<p>Knowing that the service academies use rolling admissions, I was wondering if it would be in my best interest to submit my USNA application as is, without the completion of my Eagle Scout rank, or if I should wait until mid-late November when I have everything completed. I live in a relatively populated congressional district.</p>

<p>Here are some of my other stats to give you an idea of the rest of my application:</p>

<p>Cumulative Grade Point Average (unweighted): 3.868
Two APs in 11th grade, three this year
Auditioned and accepted into the Evergreen Philharmonic (four years)
Completed an outside of school selective Aerospace Program and was elected "Systems Manager" (team leader).
Section Leader of my high school percussion section for two consecutive years
50+ service hours
Boy Scouts
XC and Track/Field
Voted "Most Achieved" in Band and winner of the regional snare drum competition.</p>

<p>Should I wait on getting my Eagle Scout or would that be too much of a risk with the rolling admissions process?</p>

<p>Thanks for your suggestions!</p>

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<p>I ran into the same problem when I applied a few years back to west point. I did everything else on the application process and as soon as I knew my eagle scout got approved I added that and sent it in. For the congressional interviews I sent in my application early. And at the interview I brought an updated copy of my resume which included my eagle scout and some other BS. I really think having my eagle scout made quite an impact. If you know you are going to get it, then mark it on there.</p>

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<p>Generally, the sooner the better. While this can be a great boost,it’s not likely that not having Eagle Scout on your app is a game breaker. Remember, appointments are being made already. Always better to be in the hunt when there are more not fewer appointments available.</p>

<p>Get moving. Time fleeteth. Agree that if it’s simply a matter of the ceremonial timing, put it on w/ note of (to be awarded ## Nov 2010)</p>