<p>Ok, so my father received a call the other day from USNA asking him if I would retake the ACT/SAT test to improve my score. Has anyone ever received a call like this? I was excited to think that they are actually looking at my application, and my Guidance counselor didn't really know what to think of it. Anyway, I'm just wondering if this is standard procedure, or what. I'm really excited about getting a shot of getting in to the USNA Thanks for any help</p>
<p>i think it means that if you are serious about getting in, you should retake the test. i would also recommend a prep class. if classes are not available at your school, get a test prep book from a bookstore. concentrate on the portion where you scored the lowest. emphasis should probably be in the math or science areas.</p>
<p>I think it sounds strange. First, USNA would call you, not your dad. 2nd, and this may be your omission ... specifically, who called? Are you sure this was not re: an MOC nom? Are you an athlete, minority, special target group member?</p>
<p>Agree with Whistle Pig. USNA would not call your Dad. If you really believe it was USNA that called, I would be calling them tomorrow morning to clarify. Could it have been a coach who is recruiting you? Just curious, what were your test scores?</p>
<p>Well when my girl was between junior and senior years of high school in '06, USNA did indeed call ME, not her. They told me to have her get her teacher recommendation in ASAP. This was right after she attended Summer Seminar. I too was surprised that they spoke directly to me. But it was truly the Admissions Office of USNA and they seemed content to talk to me with this important message.</p>
<p>Needless to say, we followed up immediately ( teacher submitted it again, it HAD been done) and the rest...is history.</p>
<p>So like others said, call to confirm although this may have to wait until '09 with USNA just about shut down over the holidays.</p>
<p>Good luck!!</p>
<p>They only spoke to my Dad because I wasn't home. It was def USNA because we checked that out already. I was just asking (hoping) that it was a good sign, and not just standard procedure. If people said that they call everyone, blah blah, then I'd know it wasn't anything special. I realize it doesn't mean that I'm in, but I was just wondering if they do that for all borderline cases. Thanks for the responses, I guess we'll just wait and see what happens next. Happy Holidays to all.</p>
<p>Zack, I would assume that it means they are looking at your application and are interested in you. It is not standard procedure to call, they only do that if there is interest so take it seriously and retake the test to try and improve your score.</p>
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<p>I'd say it sounds very encouraging. Go get 'em. More than "looking" at your application ...they look at them all ... this suggests they may see you as a viable, desirable applicant with one notable exception.</p>
<p>And not to belabor a point, but can you edify and educate the group, please re: the 3 questions? Thanks.</p>
<p>Zackster18 - it's good news. they are interested in YOU! You, perhaps, are on the "cusp" and would like to see how serious you are as a candidate.</p>
<p>It is not out of the ordinary for admissions officers to speak with parents. They do this all the time. Remember, they want the parents on board as well. Especially, when asking to do extras like retake SAT's at over $50 a pop, or even to consider prep school.</p>
<p>I believe that the Jan SAT date is the final date for this admissions cycle, while the Feb date for the ACT is the final test date. You need to register in a hurry and if possible I would advise you to take both.
Good Luck!</p>
<p>Here may be a "gut check." "How much do I really want this?" :confused:</p>
<p>Should you determine to take either/both test(s), you should seriously consider some kind of focused prep program. Anecdotal indicators suggest they can really add value to one's outcomes. Either online or in class is better, but even a regiment of practice test-taking can help. Test-taking repetition in and of itself can often raise scores, but statistics reveal as many go down as go up, with others staying static. (No matter what, only your top scores are considered @ USNA, so retaking can do no harm.) </p>
<p>Why not hedge your bet a bit? While you're not "in" yet, you're in an envious position that thousands of other candidates would love to have, i.e. knowing specifically that which may now get you in ...or keep you out ... AND more important, that you can do something about it!</p>
<p>Should costs seem confounding, remind the 'rents that the potential payoff is a priceless education and approximate $400K scholarship and addition to their 401K!</p>
<p>Good luck! Test your motivation and mettle! :)</p>
<p>Most likely the call you received was from either the BGO assigned to your school, or if you are a minority candidate, then from the diversity officer assigned to your area. Both are representatives of the USNA.</p>
<p>Your call to "retake the SATs" is what is called a "C&C" call... meaning, contact and council individual as to what is needed to make them competetive for admission (thus, a C&C call is to those applicants that are not, at this point, competetive for admission). If you are serious in your intent to apply to the USNA, then follow the counciling offered- it is important and it does matter. </p>
<p>The C&C code to the BGO is an alert that there is an applicant in their area that is NOT COMPETETIVE at this point in time- thus, the USNA is taking pass on you at this time- however, the USNA is unique in that you are being given advice on how you CAN become a competetive candidate. Take it.</p>
<p>Just saw this old post again. No, I'm not a minority, and the call came from my admissions officer. I was just told that I now have a Q, so still in limbo, with hundreds of others..haha </p>
<p>I hear that no news is good news, so I'm not rushing the mailman anymore. Thanks!</p>