<p>It’s not all based on GPA. It is a combination of things. Which class are you applying to? If you are looking at 2012 and have not applied to your Senator or Representative, you may be too late for that. USMMA requires your nomination to be from your State. Do you excel at any sports? If so, a coach may be able to help you. Also, remember if they feel you are a good candidate, but need some more academic work you may get sent to NAPS or NMMI for a year to bring up your academics. </p>
<p>Here is a link to the minimum requirements from the Academy for the CFA
[United</a> States Merchant Marine Academy](<a href=“http://www.usmma.edu/admissions/facts/CFA.htm]United”>http://www.usmma.edu/admissions/facts/CFA.htm)</p>
<p>Good Luck!</p>