<p>I am a female Junior in high school. USNA has been my dream school since 8th grade, and well I am almost at the point where I can start the application. I am going to put full effort into trying to get in, but if I don't make it then my other option would be to go through NROTC. The point is that I want to come out of college as a naval officer. I also know that much of it is up to me with my interview and essays, but so far I would like some feedback as to academically and with extracurricular activities how I look?</p>
<p>SAT (taken only once): Math 660, Veral 640 I am going to take them again in March to get the scores up.
Current GPA: 4.0 (unweighted): 4.7 (weighted)
All Honors for grades 9-10
AP Chem, AP US Hist., AP English (this year)
AP Physics 2c, AP Calculus BC, AP Gov, AP French, AP English, and possibly AP Comp Sci (Senior Year)
Sports: I can run an 8 minute mile, do 30 pushups, 2 pullups, haven't done sit-ups in a while.
Club Fencing (10-12)
Varsity Lacrosse (9-12)
JV Cross Country (11-12)
Extra curriculars:
Mock Trial
Musical Stage Manager
International Club
Volunteer at a science Museum (Former)
NHS
Student Council (9th grade at an old school)
Thespians Club
Jewish Student Union
Summer in Israel
Relay for Life
Blood Donor</p>
<p>Another question is about the CFA. Does anyone have any ideas of the average for each category? I know USNA posts maximums, but I want to try and get myself to a point where I can get a bit above average over the summer? Also what should I look out for when interviewing for a congressional nomination?</p>
<p>Look at the responses to Navybound… Anybody that knows this process will not give you there chance thoughts. This application process is “VERY DIFFERENT” from the standard college application process. To begin you have to apply to apply. In other words you submit a pre application with your stats, if admissions feels your in line to be competitive they give you your application information. Once that is done there is the campus visit (if you can), NASS application (if you want that), the CVW (if you get offered or ask), BGO interview, your CFA, your medical, your application process for a nomination, your nomination interview and then if your nominated and triple qualified there is the slow and painful wait of hoping your selected from a very competitive group of candidates. The key to all of this is finding out if this is what you truly want and are your ready to live what it is all about. Read the response to Navybound and start your research.</p>
<p>I’ll will tell you this about my DS. He stated his journey prior to HS by asking me questions about my shadowbox and my time in the Navy. Then he watched his older brother go through the NROTC scholarship application. In HS he had an active Naval officer become his mentor and last January he started his application process starting with NASS. It is now a year later, he is triple qualified with a senators nomination but knows that there is still a chance he may or may not be selected. He now has his “C” plan ready. He was accepted into the honors program and a very nice college. That is set in stone because you don’t know what you don’t know. He has already said to us that even if he is not selected for the class of 2018, he will start the application process over again for the class of 2019. I gave him one piece of advise, research what you want and know what your getting yourself into. He did exactly what I advised and it has been all him since.</p>
<p>Read the posts to Navybound and start your journey if this is what you truly want!</p>
<p>NASS application is open in two days–apply! Even if you don’t get in (and chances aren’t in anyone’s favor, depending on geographic location), apply, because if you do get in and go, it’s a good opportunity and you can get your CFA done with. NASS app is also the preliminary application. Shoot for the maximums-there are no published averages. </p>
<p>This thread has the possibility of confusing a potential candidate. Attending NASS (Naval Academy Summer Seminar) or CVW (Candidate Visitation Weekend) is not a required part of the application process.</p>
<p>Can’t agree with you more and I should have given more detain into the points I was making. Thank you for making that correction! </p>
<p>I would however say at a min, a candidate should at least apply to NASS and make an effort to visit or research the Academy. My DS told me that at his BGO and MOC interview they asked is he applied / attended NASS or visited the Academy. If they are asking I’m certain it holds some weight.</p>
<p>I agree with Memphis9489, attending NASS or CVW is not part of the application process. Typically, your BGO and MOC will want to determine your true motivation for being interested in USNA. That is the main reason these types of things get asked. Also why they ask if you have considered NROTC as well. </p>
<p>I would also thoroughly review the official USNA website since most of the basic questions about the application process and typical class profile are covered there.</p>
<p>Mirm57- If you have any specific questions about the admissions process or what you should keep on the lookout for, I can help. I recently received my Offer of Appointment to The Naval Academy, and I would enjoy answering your questions.</p>
<p>Thank you guys so much for responses. I am applying to the NASS this weekend. I am aware that I don’t need to attend or even get accepted to it to actually go to USNA, but I think the experience would be awesome and would like to get a taste of what academy life could be like. @GoNavy95 I don’t have any questions right now, but if any more come up I will definitely let you know. Thanks again!</p>
<p>All the above is great “gouge”! You have great numbers, but the selection will be HIGHLY selective. Initiative (which it sounds like you have plenty of!) Motivation, and tenacity are key. You will get assigned a BGO as soon as you are accepted into the system as a candidate. Contact him/her ASAP. And follow the application process to the letter. Among the questions asked (in addition to the previous posts) will be what other service academies have you applied to… Your response is “ALL” of them. And do that. Also they will ask if your are willing to go to NAPS. “Yes” to that one also. The Alumni Foundation also has limited number of scholarships to a few other prep schools and 4 year colleges. “yes” to that also. Those options are seamless and will be offered by Admissions if you
get really close to the nomination. Also almost 30% of appointments are offered to those with previous college or prep courses. So keep on plugging! The competition is intense! Don’t get discouraged!</p>
<p>One important point… CFA is pass/fail. Look at the maximums and see which elements you are furthest from maxing and then work on those. Physical fitness probably trips up more good candidates than any thing else.</p>
<p>You will probably get three interviews with your Senator’s and Representative’s offices. Each interview is different and is unpredictable. Just be yourself. Interviews can’t be gamed.</p>