<p>My SATs weren't great and I found out in early April that I got in. My SATs were 570 math and 530 reading. My scores have improved since then and I am a triple q candidate with everything expect a nomination. Good Luck and it is the best week of your summer.</p>
<p>It's a strange week, to be sure. I went through phases of "I love it" to "I hate it", which is generally what all the Plebes said their mental experience has been. Don't be too sure whether you want to go there until a few weeks after you get back, however. I know that I felt it wasn't for me during the first week home, but after a month or so, I began to miss being there, and all the accomplishments I had made in under a week.</p>
<p>It was the hardest week of my life, but also the most rewarding.</p>
<p>on the summer seminar/preliminary application there is a blank that says </p>
<p>"Remarks or Additional Comments:
(Limited to 2000 Characters)"</p>
<p>what are we supposed to put in here?</p>
<p>I put "Current junior class president" </p>
<p>I probably should have put more but I got in with that, so I would suggest that you list your ECA's and volunteer work there. I assume it's also a place to write anything exceptional that you think is worthy to be noted (for example: varsity letters aren't awarded at your school, your school doesn't rank, you're having lasik (sp?) surgery soon to correct your vision, etc.).</p>
<p>No, no, don't have Lasik surgery! It's a disqualification!</p>
<p>^^^^^
Ditto. Candidates should not have any type of laser surgery performed oin their eyes. To do so is an automatic medical disqualification.</p>
<p>I agree with Simayan...A couple times while I was there, like at PEP at 5:30 AM, I was thinking, "Ugh, the Naval Academy definitely isn't for me." But I really loved the whole week and after the experience solidified I too was proud of all the things we did in that short time. Also, the teamwork is great--I still keep in touch with most of the people in my squad :) Just think of how much more bonding there is when you go through Plebe Summer together. I think Mr. Brooks did his job, right? :-P</p>
<p>Ahh Mr. Brooks I remember him. Brings back all those good times at summer seminar. I definatly recomend it. It was a great time. You get to spend a week with midshipman and ask them whatever questions you want and they will be honest with you about them so you can really figure out if its the place for you.</p>
<p>Hoorah Mr. Brooks!</p>
<p>I loved that guy.</p>
<p>regarding the lasik surgery: it would be a good idea to put it so the Academy can tell you that you'll be DQ-ed if you go through with it! :p</p>
<p>kidding, thanks for letting me know (although it was just an example lol)</p>
<p>Was Mr. Brooks the battalion commander? I can't remember...</p>
<p>No Mr. Brooks was kinda the XO.</p>
<p>He was the black guy who was really funny, always trying to get us motivated, but he sounded so monotone.</p>
<p>He was the "Chief Motivator" --the really short guy with the knee socks to show his motivation.</p>
<p>O ya ya I remember him, he had three stripes and would always be the one to talk during meals. I thought that made him the Battalion commander, guess not lol</p>
<p>haha he was awesome! really happy all the time!</p>
<p>Yes, most definitely go if you get the chance! Remember, it's not binding that you attend USNA if you go or anything like that, and it can only help you make your decision. I do remember that I came with some uncertainty, but after I left I was die-hard Navy. Also, your squad leader's evaluation can play a really big role in the app process. I know that USNA is certainly not going to be like that during plebe summer, but it does give you a few brief snatches of midshipman life.</p>
<p>It certainly does help the application process if you attend. Some people who aren't chosen for it still go to USNA (as was the case with our squad leader), and as long as you give it your best effort while there, a good recommendation can really give your application a boost.</p>
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<p>It helps marginally. It's the same as being a child of a service member or being an Eagle Scout. The reason it helps is that the SAs figure that someone who has attended a summer seminar (and, BTW, it doesn't matter which one you attend -- you get the same "credit" by attending one at any SA) has a greater and more realistic understanding of the rigors of USNA than someone who hasn't attended.</p>
<p>However, the SAs also recognize that many students can't attend for various reasons (high school doesn't let out early enough; financial issues; other camps or summer activities, etc.), so it's not a negative if you don't go.</p>
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<p>Not just "some." Many.</p>
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<p>Not exactly. The SA admissions staff recognizes that a recommendation from summer seminar is the opinion of one, very young person (usually a 3/c mid). I would agree that if the rec from summer seminar is consistent with other recs (teacher, BGO), it helps. Likewise, a poor rec that is also consistent with other recs, can hurt a bit. Basically, it's one more evaluation tool.</p>
<p>The most important reason for doing NASS (or any SA's summer program) is to give YOURSELF a better idea of what life is like at a SA in general and that SA in particular. It's really for your benefit. If you can do it, you should, because it will obviously help inform your decision. But if you can't do it and/or it doesn't go perfectly for you, don't despair.</p>
<p>I agree with everything that was previously stated!</p>
<p>Best week ever!
I attended session 2, Charlie company 3-4! I had a great time the week was really helpful in that it showed me that Navy is where I want to be. In the morning when they come around to wake you up, just don't look at the clock. Knowing what time it really is doesn't help at all. Yell as loud as you can, be motivated. </p>
<p>Definitely work on your running, pushups, sittups, pullups, etc. While I was there I saw what I needed to work on physically, which was very helpful. I have applied and been accepted to other colleges, but there is only one place I want to be: USNA!</p>
<p>Go Navy! BEAT Army!</p>
<p>I agree with 2012hopeful...I went to NASS Session II this past summer as well (Alpha Co. 2-5). I can honestly say that it was the best week of my life. I had a blast and met a bunch of people I am still in contact with, including my squad leader who is a youngster at the Academy as I write this...</p>
<p>2012hopeful, where are you in regards to the application process to USNA? i'm just wondering because I have not been accepted or received an LOA, and I'm trying to get a feel on how many people in here are still waiting</p>
<p>I haven't gotten an LOA or an appointment yet either.</p>