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The podcast that is all things regarding U.S. Service Academy admission. Whether it is West Point, the Naval Academy (Annapolis) or the Air Force Academy- admission is as much about the process as it is the attributes of the candidate. It is complex—and involves several qualifications which make it far more rigorous than the traditional college application. This podcast helps the listener understand and navigate the process in order to gain a coveted appointment.
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Thursday Feb 26, 2026
Thursday Feb 26, 2026
If your student sees “Disqualified” on DoDMERB, that doesn’t automatically mean their Academy dream is over.
In this episode, Former DoDMERB Physician Dr. Arthur Cajigal breaks down what DoDMERB actually does, who makes decisions, and what happens next when a candidate is marked Qualified, Remedial, or Disqualified.
What you’ll learn today:
- What DoDMERB is (and what it’s not)
- The 3 outcomes: Qualified / Remedial / Disqualified
- Who can qualify you vs. who can disqualify you
- Why DoDMERB does NOT grant waivers
- Why honest medical disclosure matters (and protects your future)
Next episodes in this series: We’re going deep on WAIVERS—who grants them, how services assess risk, what families can/can’t control, and why two similar cases can have different outcomes.
Drop your DoDMERB question in the comments (asthma, ADHD, vision, ortho injuries, etc.). We’ll use your questions to guide the waiver episodes.
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Want a clear plan for your specific situation (records to pull, remedials, waiver strategy)? Start here:
https://www.dodmerbqualified.com/start
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