William and Mary vs. Naval Academy

navytennis
Mon, 28 Apr 2014 23:10:17 +0000

I know plenty of people who went to USNA, but were not the typical gung-ho Navy-career-minded type. One friend went largely because of parental pressure, but he did just fine academically and professionally and surprised everyone else by serving over 25 years and making Captain. The service academies, Navy specifically, are a phenomenal way to test yourself academically, physically and mentally. The leadership training and opportunities are world class and you can’t beat the free tuition, room and board plus small stipend. The guaranteed employment for 5-6 years comes with free medical and dental, world travel opportunities, and the privilege of serving your country with other men and women from ALL WALKS of LIFE who generally care more about the well-being of America than personal financial gain. W and M is an excellent school, but please don’t rule out USNA just because you may not have a hard-core interest in being a naval officer. You have to be prepared to give up alot of personal freedom and manage multi-dimensional challenges in every busy day. Service Academies are a tough place to be, but great places to be from (Navy being the best, of course!) You share hard times with your classmates but plenty of fun, amazing memories as well, which is why the comraderie and class loyalty for USNA grads is amazing and grows stronger with each passing year.