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<p>Seriously – no. First, I’m sorry that your son didn’t get an appointment this year. However, given that he came so very close, he may have a good shot next year if he’s still interested. I suggest contacting your BGO (if you’ve not already done so) and CGO to find out what areas he could improve to be successful next year. </p>
<p>As for coming on I-Day if you didn’t receive an appointment hoping to get a slot that opens up . . . don’t do it. It is a waste of time and money. Several years ago (under the prior Supe), USNA decided to late-admit about 10 students to make up for those who didn’t show on I-Day or those who quit. Apparently, that was not an uncommon practice in the 1960s and maybe in prior years. However, whether or not you were one of those 10 had nothing to do with showing up (although, ironically, one of those chosen actually did show up on I-Day but didn’t get the notice until a few days later). Not sure how that worked out but, for whatever reason, the late-admit concept has, I believe, once again been discontinued.</p>
<p>If your son still desires to attend USNA, put the time and money he would have spent showing up on I-Day toward whatever area(s) he feels he needs to improve. Much better spent.</p>