<p>Geoff: I hope you’ll reconsider too. Everything you say makes sense but trust me it’s no different in the corporate world. I’ve worked with and for good people and for people who I don’t trust at all. My impression from my yuk son is that a lot depends upon what company you’re in. I know it’s difficult but maybe you could find an excuse to move to a different company. I think there’s a chance you’ll get scrambled next year anyway. Or why not get involved in some activity that is extremely challenging that is all about teamwork - parachuting, for instance. My impression is that the real camaraderie is within the sports/activities. My son likes to party but he actually said to me that one night at a civilian college is enough - he’d rather get back and study for the other day/night. </p>
<p>Other suggestion - I’ve seen other blogs where people who left West Point posted their regrets - that it was the biggest mistake of their life. Not true in all cases, but why don’t you try to get in touch with a few before you make a final decision.</p>
<p>Good luck in whatever you do!</p>