<p>That is why it is so rare. Although I am sure it has happened, I do not see many other scenarios where the candidate would be allowed to leave the same day. Throughout the summer, plebes are allowed to drop on request at any time, however if they do they are moved to Tango company to do outprocessing and be counseled by multiple people. When in Tango company they can always be moved back into a training company at any time before they sign their final resignation. </p>
<p>This time required to check out is specifically designed to allow the plebe to reconsider before making their final decision.</p>
<p>Yes, it is hard to believe some candidates report not knowing anything about the academy, but it does happen. Some members of my class were pretty clueless about the academy when they arrived. They made it through however with the amount of work needed it was suprising that they were so clueless. I attributed it to the difference in different districts requirements for nomination.</p>