<p>S just received word that his application has been referred to the Naval Academy Foundation for consideration. I've read the very informative threads on Foundation students from last spring and believe S has nothing more to do until he is contacted by Foundation representatives.</p>
<p>Just checking to see if there are any other parents who may be NAPS or Foundation parents of potential USNA '13 classmembers.</p>
<p>We're guardedly optimistic since the ball now seems in his court!!</p>
<p>Congrats! Sounds good!! Go get 'em!!!</p>
<p>Hawaiimom-
this is the first step in the foundation process.</p>
<p>the foundation will receive upwards of 600 applications for consideration, of which 60 or so will be selected..... the selections are generally made around mid-January once the admissions board has forwarded all of their "recommendations for consideration...." so odds are still around 1:10 to be selected.</p>
<p>Do have your candidate contact the foundation office to let them know he would "gladly accept" an offer of the foundation program should he be selected..... and then have him continue to focus on his academics for this year, and his other applications "just in case."</p>
<p>ball is not exactly in your court yet.....
but this is certainly a step in the right direction!<br>
Obviously the academy "sees something" in your son's application that they like.....!!!</p>
<p>Thank you Whistle Pig! Thank you navy2010, that helps - he didn't know whether to just wait for contact from the Foundation. I'll recommend a call. He would 'gladly accept', he's been working toward USNA for a number of years now!</p>
<p>HawaiiMom, Congratulations, Foundation is a great program. He should gladly accept. Of the 300 or so recommendations each year, approximately two thirds decline the offer. Of the remainder, some do not physically or medically qualify. So, the odds are overwhelmingly in your favor. I think you can increase them to almost 100% by showing a lot of interest early. I have never known anyone who was recommended and showed interest be turned down.</p>
<p>This is the Foundation website Q & A section which will answer a lot of your questions. </p>
<p>Congrats, again. It is a good deal. Take advantage of it.</p>
<p>May I ask what the difference is between NAPS and Foundation?</p>
<p>There are some great threads that describe both on this forum - I searched titles for 'Foundation' or 'NAPS'.</p>
<p>That said, here is my understanding: As far as I can tell, both programs provide a preparatory year before entering USNA. There seem to be a total of around 360 'spots' in the programs - 300 in NAPS and 60 in Foundation. The USNA Admissions Board makes the recommendation for one or the other if they feel the candidate (and USNA) would benefit from the prep year. From other posts, the candidates offered spots tend to be deemed as having great potential as officers but need buffing up in academics/consistency/etc.</p>
<p>NAPS is a specific school in Rhode Island that 'preps' candidates for USNA, USCGA and the Marine Maritime Academy. The prep candidates enlist in the Navy and go through their year. If successful, with good recommendations, they seem virtually guaranteed a spot in the subsequent USNA Class. There is no cost to attend NAPS (as far as I can tell).</p>
<p>'Foundation' is actually a charitable foundation that has approved some 20 or so private prep programs across the country. When the Admissions Board recommends an applicant to Foundation the process moves to a Foundation- Candidate conversation about which school might be the 'best fit'. If accepted, there seems to be some level of financial support available based on need - the schools vary widely in cost. The applicant's family picks up the cost beyond any aid offered. Upon successful completion and good recommendations, the candidate also seems virtually guaranteed to enter the subsequent USNA Class.</p>
<p>I can't help with the actual process because we're at the point that S has letter in hand but no contact yet with the Foundation! We're very very excited - he worked hard for this.</p>
<p>^^^^ you have done your homework well!</p>
<p>Would definately have your son make that call to the foundation.... Cpt Wallace to be specific... a wonderful man that assumes the role of the "BGO" for the foundation kids during that year. Best of luck!</p>
<p>Quick update to make this thread useful for future folk catching up on Foundation options.</p>
<p>Son has now received Foundation Application packet, completed and returned it within a week of receipt. The packet arrived about three weeks after notification from USNA Admissions Board of referral to USNA Foundation. Foundation folk incredibly helpful and responsive when called.</p>
<p>About a week after returning the Foundation application, son received a phone call from Captain Ed Wallace with the wonderful news that he has received Foundation sponsorship (to his first choice school, NMMI) and citing exactly what portion of costs the Foundation will cover and what portion will come from the family. Captain Wallace let son know that a contract will come in the mail at some point in the future and he didn't need to take his SATs again (very good news for busy Senior!!).</p>
<p>That's it! I'm still in awe. What a wonderful program.</p>
<p>On the other hand, the local NROTC Recruiter is touting the glories of going the NROTC Scholarship route so we don't know what son's final decision will be (no actual scholarship offer yet but has been accepted to three colleges on his NROTC list). </p>
<p>Sounds like he's at least on his way to his dream job as a Marine. We're incredibly proud of him. (Can you tell? :-)</p>
<p>Congratulations!!! :D</p>
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<p>That's to be expected. Navy recruiters have quotas to meet for officer accessions. USNA appointments do not count toward those quotas.</p>
<p>hawaiimom-
congrats to your son!<br>
The foundation program is a great option, and your son has a seat in the Class of 2013!!! For our Mid, the foundation year gave him so much in terms of academics, physical development and maturity..... all of which helped him traverse Plebe summer- and plebe year- successfully! Captian Wallace is great- "good people"- and you will find him to be an asset to your son during this foundation year! </p>
<p>you are correct- no more SAT's! But do remind your son that keeping grades in the A-B range will be important! He will have to apply for another nomination for next year, but have not heard of any foundation kid not being able to secure one! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to send a PM! </p>
<p>Again, congrats and welcome to the Class of 2013!!!!!</p>
<p>Congratulations, Hawaiimom and son!</p>
<p>Here's a question about those who enter USNA after a year at foundation, NAPS, or other college experience. Would those folks take youngster-level classes? If coming in from NROTC, would they re-take the plebe pro courses, or be moved into youngster classes? If they are taking all advanced courses as plebes, would they end up starting grad school during firstie year?</p>
<p>^^^^^
Nobody is moved into advanced courses as a plebes unless they validate classes. Credits cannot be transferred to the Naval Academy. Some midshipmen do have an opportunity to take graduate level courses or they can take a reduced work load during their four years at the academy. However, the minimum requirement is 15 credits per semester.</p>
<p>If they are fortunate to validate into a youngster level course they will not be placed in a section with youngsters. There are sections that are specific for Plebes only and will be indicated on the course registration. (CalcIII, Diffi Q's, Western Civ, etc.) Not sure if you validate out both semesters of Chem if they have you start with physics. If you validate a good number of courses you also will be assigned a different Plebe advisor than the rest of the company. Special Advisor Professor Zivi (was same for the class of 2010) <a href="http://www.usna.edu//AcDean/PlebeAdvisers11.pdf%5B/url%5D">http://www.usna.edu//AcDean/PlebeAdvisers11.pdf</a></p>