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USMA at West Point questions

Will I get into the USMA at West Point?

Info about me:
I am on my second year applying to the USMA at West Point (I just didn't get in my first yr, maybe ACT was too low). I graduated high school in 2008 with a 3.82 gpa. I was in tennis, hockey, and CHOICE (Non-drug promoting club). I also went to Venezuela on a service trip and was in jrotc. I am currently a freshman at the University of Saint Thomas with a 3.36 gpa. I have an Army ROTC scholarship at the University of Minnesota. I have 3 nominations to West Point from SROTC, my congresswomen, and one senator. I am in two clubs at school and work for a local restaurant. I am on the Ranger challenge team for SROTC and have been nominated cadet of the month twice. My ACT score is a 21. Since my 21 last yr, I have studied for the ACT test at a learning center and I have recently taken the Feb. 7 2009 ACT. It felt like I improved my score but I will not find out my scores until the end of Feb. I am medically qualified and physically qualified. My application is done despite new ACT and I sent in my college transcript. Otherwise, my file is complete.

Do I look like a strong applicant?

Will I get in to the school or prep?

Any comments would be great.

Many thanks in advanced. GO ARMY!!!

towerclimber

I have two sons that both attended West Point and both tried more than once to get in. On the first attempt my oldest son had an ACT of 28 and was asked if he struggled academically. Our interview committee seemed to be looking for an ACT of 30 or better. He got that on his 3rd try so I would really focus on getting your ACT up. Our youngest son was actually in Iraq when he was admitted. As you know there are a certain number of slots for people already on Active duty or in the Reserves or Guard. Our son joined the Reserves to help increase his chance and that made the difference for him. He also had a 31 ACT which didn't hurt. If you really want it don't give up. Our youngest son got in on his 3rd try. Follow your dreams.