<p>hi, I am a Freshman in high school and I was wondering what grades sre best for getting in to the Naval Academy. My dad went to the academy, and he said that they have a two track admissions process to get in, where alumni children can get in easier. I am wondering if I have good enough grades to get in, if I keep on this track, or if I should really improve.</p>
<p>I have around a 3.3 right now, but I really felt the call to improve my grades, and so far this quarter i have a 3.63, and I am expecting around a 3.46 this semester. I play football and lacrosse, I play an instrument, I plan on joining NHS, and I go to a Catholic School which usually graduates at least 1 person to the academy each year. I take above my grade level math and science and am planning to attend the academy's STEM program. I also take hnors classes and am signed up for AP classes. Do you think I have what it takes? What would help my chances? Thank You.</p>
<p>The academy employs a fairly complex point system for evaluating candidates. Of course, they have to maintain the mandated geographic diversity so it’s possible that a candidate from Idaho may get in with less impressive credentials than somebody from the San Diego area of California (much more competitive).</p>
<p>You get some extra points from having a alum parent; how many?, I don’t know. But it will not override an overall inferior record.</p>
<p>If I were you, I would forget about any advantage there may be from having a grad parent and try to get in on your own merits. Control the things you can control. You cannot control who your parents are.</p>
Less than 1% of the total needed to scholastically qualify. However, the process is all about a whole lot of little things adding up, so it does help.</p>
<p>Perhaps what your dad was talking about was a Presidential nomination. If he is a career Naval Officer, either active duty or reserves or a combination of both, reaching certain parameters, you are eligible for a Presidential nomination which might, in some ways, prove beneficial.</p>
<p>Do check out the Presidential nomination to determine if you are eligible. Virginia Beach GPAs are a little unusual because VB uses a tougher grading scale. You get to note that on your application. I would also suggest finding the Blue and Gold Officer for your high school. They can provide guidance for the process. My daughter entered the academy from a Virginia Beach high school; there are a lot of very informed people in that part of the country, so you should have lots of help. Good luck!</p>