<p>This is how last year's LOA was written:</p>
<p>We are pleased to advise you that the Admissions Board has found you qualified to compete for admission to the USNA Class of 2010. You are ( in BOLD TYPE, their emphasis) guaranteed an offer of appointment--- if your remaining admissions requirements are completed. You should be proud of your outstanding accomplishments as you have earned the opportunity to join one of the country's premier offier training programs. As the undergraduated college of the Navy and Marine Corpts, the Naval Academy will prepare you to become a leader in the Naval Service and provide an experience unmatched by any other college or university.</p>
<p>Please remember however that your guaranteed offer of appointment is contingent upong completeing all of your remaining admissions requirements. You must complete the following marked requirements by 1 March 2006 or this offer may no longer be valid......</p>
<p>Nomination
Medical Qualification
Blue and Gold Officer Interview....</p>
<p>We wish you success in the promont completion of your remaining requirements for admission and look forward to welcoming you as a member of the Brigade of Midshipmen. "</p>
<p>So for anyone with this year's letters -- This is what was called an LOA last year.</p>