<p>For the class of 2005, 5 mids accepted USAF commissions, and 3 accepted Army commisions:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.usna.edu/Admissions/choices.htm%5B/url%5D">http://www.usna.edu/Admissions/choices.htm</a></p>
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<p>While the WP news release does not show any Class of 2007 accepting Navy commissions:</p>
<p>So there is a possibility that the army commissions which 2012mom? pointed out are not a one-to-one exchange. In the past, USNA has allowed graduates with parents in other services to commission in that service. Someone more current will have to verify if it is still in effect. I cannot find any of these exchange programs in the current laws, rules, and regulations guiding the academies so I could never recommend, like cokanutt states, that anyone who wants to be a Marine go to WP.</p>
<p>The data (for lateral transfers) from the USNA web site are for 2005, not 2007</p>
<p>Yea, I caught that about the time my "edit" window was getting ready to expire and changed a little of my original post but not enough. It does point out however that, if there is a swap program, no one took advantage of it last year.</p>
<p>Here is 2007. We sent 2 to Army. </p>
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Of the 1028, 213 were sworn in as 2nd Lieutenants for the U.S. Marine Corps and 791 were sworn is as Ensigns into the U.S. Navy. Administering the oath of office for the Marine Corps was General Robert Magnus, USMC, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps who welcomed those commissioned as 2nd Lieutenants to the Corps. Administering the oath of office for the Navy was Admiral Michael Mullen, USN, Chief of Naval Operations. Four midshipmen were commissioned into the Air Force as 2nd Lieutenants; two into the Army as 2nd Lieutenant; two into the Coast Guard as Ensigns; six graduating, but not commissioned and ten foreign officers.
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<p>tielir999, I was in C 3-4 at NASS session 2.</p>
<p>Excellent thread. Just wanted to keep it current. 2010 info at [Service</a> Academy Admissions - Welcome](<a href=“http://toughestschoolsintheworld.com/]Service”>http://toughestschoolsintheworld.com/)</p>
<p>wow! That was a BUMP!</p>
<p>I was wondering if anyone would be willing to give me feedback on my candidate essays.Constructive criticism is very much appreciated! :)</p>
<p>In a well-organized essay of 300 to 500 words, please discuss the following:
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Describe what led to your initial interest in the naval service and how the Naval Academy will help you achieve your long range goals, and
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Describe a personal experience you have had which you feel has contributed to your own character development and integrity.</p>
<pre><code>My interest in Naval service began in my 8th grade year, watching those military advertisements on television. The ads made those men and women serving our country look so indomitable and courageous . The following year upon registering for high school my mother and I noticed that the school had a Marine JROTC program which I happily signed up to attend. Being part of the MCJROTC program, was one of the best choices I’ve made in my life thus far. I learned more about the Marine Corps than I ever though possible and developed a lengthy bond with many other cadets. JROTC taught me how to be a better leader and a better person. Since the end of my freshman year I knew I would somehow make military service a career.
Unfortunately during my junior year I lost my focus and my standing in my platoon as well as with my Marine Instructor. I accepted a promotion that I wasn’t truly ready for and I also foolishly passed up N.A.S.S. and Boy State for myself also. I was practically on the verge of despair but my M.I. never gave up on me, which enabled me to persevere past failure. I had spent so much time worrying about how to be a good leader that I never tried to lead my way. Upon realizing this I stopped emulating the other platoon commanders and as a result I worked vigorously to be a better leader and example for my peers. I learned that every leader leads differently and not every person can be led the same way. That summer after my junior year we had our summer Advance Leadership Camp, which I went to and performed better as a leader and cadet overall as opposed to the school year. I managed to gain back the respect of my M.I. as well as my fellow cadets, which was an uphill battle in itself. My growth and change is leadership style is what earned me my following promotion. Many people have put their faith in me and I won’t let them down but most importantly I won’t let myself down ever again.
I know that the military is best suited for me and that I can’t see myself enjoying life doing anything else. I choose USNA for reasons beyond just wanting a superb education. USNA will push me to my limits so that I may redefine them and continue to grow into a confident strong young man of character. Becoming an officer for either the Navy or Marine Corps would be a great honor and would repay the magnificent program and instructors that I wouldn’t even be the same young man without. I owe it to myself to give my all and more at the academy. Even if I don’t go this fall Ill keep fighting for a spot next year because perseverance is what MCJROTC has instilled in me, along with respect for my country,comradery,pride and humility.
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<p>Does anyone know when the naval academy summer seminar acceptance letters go out? I applied for SLS on Feb. 10 and still havent heard back.</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>Like offers of appointment … rolling. Some into May. Right now USNA admissions is immersed in the completion and informing of evaluation and appointments/non-appointments. Hang on. NASS is tough. While just observation, much more competitive than summer programs for other SAs … and some say statistically toughern gaining appointment. In or out, don’t receive NASS offer or lack there of as a lone or even key indicator of potential for apptmt. Still, much overlap of concentric circles. Good luck.</p>
This is a rough idea of the essay that I started working on. I was hoping I could get some feed back. Thank you!
As a child, I was always thought the importance of service to my country. My father served in the Navy as an A-6 Intruder navigator and made sure to instill a deep respect for the armed services into my life and that of my siblings. His lessons have taught me the significance of hard work, integrity, courage, and leadership; values that have helped me through many difficult moments throughout my life. For example, when I was in middle school, had to completely disassociate myself with my friends. They began to harass me because I would think independently and confront them when they were doing something wrong. As a result of this, I lost all of my friends. Today, more kids in that group have followed in my footsteps. They talked to me about how they looked up to me for doing what I did and walking away. These people are some of my closest friends to this day.
I believe that my experiences have prepared me to become a leader in the armed forces, and more specifically, the United States Navy. I have considered the different paths towards becoming an officer in the United States Navy such as OCS and ROTC, but I feel most drawn to the USNA. The culture of teamwork, discipline and leadership would benefit me and those around me. The commitment to the country is total, and the experience is like no other. I also believe that I would be a positive influence on the USNA. Throughout my entire life, it has been my goal to better my community as well as myself. No matter where I go, this will always hold true. I believe that I am a competitive candidate, and I hope I get the chance to be a part of something bigger than myself.
Would working against negative stereotypes surrounding my ethnicity and bullying for my accent be worthy of the “exceptional adversity” section? I saw that this was discussed at the beginning of the thread but I’d like to get personal input.