<p>I was just wondering what are the typical stats of receivers of letters of assurance?</p>
<p>Some are water-walkers. Some are jocks. Some are others deemed to fill specific needs of the Navy. All are candidates perceived as being desirable for any number of reasons at various other institutions.</p>
<p>One more observation/thought …The LOA allows a degree of comfort and some assurance to these candidates of their great desirability and ultimate potential “appointability” while the wheels of the USNA Admissions gods grind …which can be slowly. VERY slowly at times. 
:eek:</p>
<p>LOAs are typically granted to outstanding candidates, the majority of those based on stellar academics, SATs, class rank, leadership and physical aptitude. The service academies use LOAs to balance out those considering going ED or EA offer at other institutions competing for the same stellar applicant. </p>
<p>A small number of LOAs will be granted to Blue Chip athletes. </p>
<p>About 100 LOAs are given out each year, give or take a few. It is a very competitive process, and the majority of those that ultimately gain an appointment do not have an LOA.</p>
<p>LOAs are just that- letters of assurance. They are not a guarantee. The candidate must still complete all remaining requirements of the application process, including medical clearance, physical testing, and securing a nomination. Only then will an appointment follow.</p>