Transfer

Colleges & Universities A-Z Naval Academy - Annapolis
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<p>I could not become an official candidate based on coming 10 pts short of 600 on the math portion of the SAT, with this knowledge I decided that I would look into NROTC or just attending normal college. My passion to attend the academy however has been reignited. I have been accepted to University of Tennessee, Scranton Unversity, and Temple University.</p>

<p>With the knowledge that I would have to raise my Sats up to 650 650 or even better 700 700, I have a few questions.</p>

<li>Which of these three would be best to maintain hopes of attending the Naval Academy.</li>
<li>How is the transfer process different from that of the normal high school process.</li>
<li>Will my highschool accomplishments be looked at.</li>
<li>What do they look for in College Transfers more so then HS, the Class profile only really pertains to highschool involvment.</li>
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<p>Of the Three things it takes to get into the Academy I am mediocre in 2 and excelling in 1. Which is why a year of prep. at another university is needed.</p>

<p>Senior 2007</p>

<p>Involvment:
Vice President Class
Eagle Scout
Student Council, FBLA, Model Congress
Boys state- Boys Nation Nominee
Varsity Football, JV Track</p>

<p>Academics. 3.4 with 6 APs 600 verbal 590 Math 590 Writing</p>

<p>Physical: slightly out of shape but easily gotten back into.</p>

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<p>Hey, I was in your position a year ago...did NROTC at U of Washington in Seattle for a year, reapplied, and am 6 weeks shy of finishing plebe year.</p>

<p>I gotta get to class, but shoot me an email or PM, and I'll get back to ya when I can.</p>

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<p>Note that there's not a "transfer" process; it's pretty much the same in the paperwork you do and everything else. My BGO told me that once you're in college and reapplying from whatever University you're attending the admissions board looks for your involvement in that school. So get active; join clubs, play intramural sports, AND do volunteer work inside AND outside of your school. Get a job, and keep your grades high; my BGO told me that if I get a C I might not want to apply. Also, if there is an ROTC unit at the school you're going to, join it, regardless of the branch. ROTC doesn't require a commitment until your Junior year at the school, so it's good PT and good to be around a military environment even if it's for a year. The trick is to look super excited about going to the school you're going to (spirit-wise) but also demonstrate a desire to attend USNA.</p>

<p>Also, make sure when you apply that it doesn't come across that you just aren't happy where you are and you're looking for an out. And, like I've said to other candidates, use your scholarships and coursework to your advantage: "I have a full ride (or such and such scholarships) and have all this stuff going for me yet I'll gladly turn it down for the Naval Academy". Of course, the key to all of this is you actually have to believe it.</p>

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<p>drip.. I am assuming you understand it is not "transfering" like you would normally between other colleges. You start as a Plebe and you are at USNA four years no matter how much prior college you have.</p>

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<p>I think my last post came across as advice to "sell yourself" to the Academy. Be genuine in every aspect of your application; I was and even though it's taken me two years, I got an LOA. Coming across as some kid who kind of wants to go but is showing false excitement is very bad in every aspect of the application process.</p>

<p>So yea...be genuine, be yourself, be enthusiastic, be determined.</p>

<p>Oh yea, and one more thing, if you go to a civ. college for a year, enjoy the experience, 'cus I TOTALLY missed out on everything "college" last year because I just wanted to get out of here and go to the place I believe I belong.</p>

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<p>I completly understand that its not a "transfer" I would have to restart my four year clock once at Annapolis. I also understand that i would have to take chemistry and calc. I would really like to know however which of these three schools would position me best to gain accept. to the academy. In addition would nothing i did in hs be looked at? i mean i sorta assumed i would have to be involved alot in whatever school i ended up at.</p>

<p>Krypter, If i wanted to simply get into the military, i was already offered a full scholorship, and in 4 years i would be a First Lt. based on the accelerated ROTC program at this school. I want to go annapolis, always have, I just got a little side tracked.</p>

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<p>Take the ROTC scholarship to the school you go to. It'll give you a great experience, and place you in another nomination pool (two is always better than one!).</p>

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<p>drip: I am not sure how each school will "rank" against each other in terms of the USNA admissions process.... my gut reaction is that it won't matter which center of higher education you attend. Pick the one you feel most comfortable at, and where you will be happy for this year, and perhaps for next if USNA fails to become a reality on the second go-around.</p>

<p>What will matter, on the other hand, is the strength of the course work you undertake, and what you are able to accomplish. Again, if USNA is the goal, then freshman year at (Tenn, Scranton, Temple) should include course work in Calc and Chem, english lit, and a history course (US history or government, military history, etc) would be of benefit. Getting grades of B or better would be strongly recommended.</p>

<p>As for EC's.... while they are important, limit them to the extent that you will not compromise your grades as a result. Select one or 2... a sport would be a "best thing"... and get involved. </p>

<p>As for HS grades, while they will most likely remain a part of your "file," mediocore grades can be overcome with outstanding college grades...so make that your priority.</p>

<p>As for the rest... </p>

<p>"not in great shape" I would change by selecting a sport that will get you in great shape....max out the CFA on the next go around....show improvement in all areas. Rowing, track...all great in getting you where you need to be.</p>

<p>As stated above, you will be reapplying to the USNA- not transferring- and, thus, the application process remains essentially unchaged from what you underwent the first time around...with one exception (the DODMERB is good for 2 years, so if that process is completed- and as long as it falls within that 24 month range- this part of the application process will not have to be redone)...but getting the nominations, sending in the letters of recommendation, sending in grades, all of that will need to be repeated.</p>

<p>Best of luck!</p>

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<p>Something else I have been thinking about, what should I be doing this spring and summer on top of getting into top shame. Congressional visit, campus tour, meeting with an admission officer, and having another meeting with my blue and gold officer, all seem like good ideas, but on top of that? or are some of these even un neccesary</p>

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<p>Just do well where you go. Ace your classes, retake your SATs, I hear you on the APs but once you enter college they don't help you as much. I do advise you to take the AP credits and move on academically. </p>

<p>You don't necessarily need a congressional visit, they will have the interview day to determine who they nominate and who is principal. Meeting with admissions is a great idea. They can tell you exactly what they want and expect from you.</p>

<p>What you do in college counts the most. Make the most of it, have fun and do what you love. Don't stay in your room cramming. Even with the studying the pressure will eventually cause burn out or something not so nice.</p>