I'm freakin out

Colleges and Universities A-Z Naval Academy - Annapolis
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<p>So I'm sittin in my bed tonight, just a couple seconds ago. I could NOT stop thinking about USNA, will I get it or will I not? </p>

<p>Here's a sample of what is going on in my mind:</p>

<p>"What will I do if I don't get in...wait, but I should get in right? No my SAT scores arn't high enough...but I got good reviews at NASS...but my GPA is too low..." etc etc etc.</p>

<p>Now look before I start, I don't want to post my credentials to brag or anything like that. I have these waves of panic that hit me every couple days about whether or not I'll get accepted. I just need to get some opinions here if you guys are willing. I want to let you know what I've got on my plate.</p>

<p>These are the things I think will help me a lot:
-eagle scout,have student pilot license,CAP member,student gov pres.,100 hrs of com. serv.,I got top ratings at NASS(my awesome squad leader informed me!),my BGO told me that I will get in, and said he scored me very high,and I've been a varsity athlete in XC and track for 4 years,team captain in both this year,and some other little things...</p>

<p>These are the things that I think may nail me:
-3.8 GPA,640Math,580Verb,27 on the ACT.</p>

<p>as you can see, I'm worried about my test scores. I'm going to retake em of course, but that's in a couple months. If anyone is going to post to flame me for posting my 'stats', then please just don't post at all.</p>

<p>I REALLY APPRECIATE everyone's constructive critisism. Thanks.</p>

<p>-David</p>

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<p>I wouldnt be so worried. You have some serious accomplishments. You showed a strong desire to attend, which means alot. Your BGO seems to think you have what it takes, who better to praise you. I begin the application process this winter, and its things like that that keep me going. I understand what you are saying. Dont panic, just focus on the all the good things on your credentials. No sense in worrying on the few things that are only average. Keep your chin up. Hopefully you will make a fine Naval officer someday.</p>

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<p>just relax.</p>

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<p>Just do your best. It is a long road ahead of you. Have a back-up plan you can live with. Most applicants will not hear until spring (April, or in some cases as late as May) of your Senior year. Do not let your worry consume you or you will not enjoy your senior year.</p>

<p>Good Luck.
CM</p>

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<p>Hahah this totally explains me. Sometimes I feel so confident that I have the credintials to get in and then others I feel so anxious about what if I dn't. I've always wanted to go there and I'll feel so unaccomplished if I don't. I feel you on this one. Ugh, I wish I could just know and get over the anxiety of waiting.</p>

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<p>CandidateMom said it nicely. "Have a back-up plan you can live with." I've done a lot of reading on this forum and it has certainly helped me to go in to this whole process with an open mind. I know if I don't get in there's always the possibility of NAPS or NROTC, which will ultimately help me fulfill my goal of serving as an officer in the Marines. Good luck.</p>

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<p>This sounds familiar.... Back in high school everyone seemed to think I was more than qualified to get into the academy. Grades, leadership stuff, sports etc etc etc. My blue and gold officer said that without glasses I was a "sure shot," but even with glasses I still would probably get in. I remember people telling me that I should talk to some connection they had. I thought about it, but I figured in the end that I could get in on my own accord. That was all well and good until I walked into my congressional nomination interview and all they seemed interested in was my back up plan. I went in there without a shot in the world of getting the nom. After that I did a 180. I talked to everyone who knew someone who knew someone. I got a VP nomination at the end of March after talking to a former supt who was involved in the nomination process. I got my appointment at the end of May. That was a week or two after someone else I had talked to stopped by admissions on a trip to annapolis....</p>

<p>My advice for everybody is to cover all your basis. Sometimes even being fully qualified is not enough. There are circumstances that are out of your control. You need to use every possible legitimate means to secure that appointment... period</p>

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<p>Whew, Itlstallion that's like a ghost story. Near misses and close calls. Good for you, tho. When did you graduate from the Academy?</p>

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<p>My son just completed his plebe summer and had similiar SAT/ACt scores to yours. He had a 720 math and a 580 english and a 34 math and a 25 english with a 3.9 unweighted GPA. He also took his senior year AP Chem AP Physics and AP Govt. He lettered in 3 varsity sports lacrosse(2), skiing(3) and football(2) and was captain of his varsity lacrosse team his senior year. My son received a letter that he was academically qualified in early October and received a LOA in early February. He had to receive a medical waiver and received his letter of Appointment in March after receiving his Waiver. He was told his English scores were too low but was told his high math scores could make up for the english scores. He ended up validating CALC I and CHEM I and did very well this summer. It is all about your desire. With your grades and test scores I believe if you demonstrate desire you will surprise yourself and find yourself at the Academy. Don't give up on your dream.</p>