<p>I understand that service academies are in the business of producing officers. However, they also provide excellent educational opportunities. One of my goals is to become an officer, but that is not my only goal. I hope to enhance my formal education too, in the hopes that I will improve my future employment opportunities (if I choose to reenter civilian life). I hope to become involved in international law on behalf of the United States; what’s a better way to begin this path than starting out at a service academy?</p>
<p>I am not fazed about starting over at USNA. I’ll be 26 at graduation, 31 after the service requirement is over. I would MUCH rather be a little older than average than regret my life’s path. This is something I’ve thought about for some time, but it’s now do-or-die time.</p>
<p>Any more thoughts or advice? I appreciate every so far.</p>