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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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Feb 17, 2021
Feb 17, 2021
36 min
About 240 cadet or midshipmen candidates attend each of the three Service Academy prep schools every year. Of these 240 attendees, about 200 end up being selected to attend a Service Academy, getting us to the 80% acceptance rate. This episode will talk out these Prep Schools and who typically receives an appointment.
Feb 3, 2021
Feb 3, 2021
51 min
In this episode, the hosts interview Air Force Major Valerie "Twitch" Wetzbarger, fighter pilot and Director Operations of an F-35 training squadron at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. She gives her views on women officers in the Air Force and the military in general.
Jan 7, 2021
Jan 7, 2021
46 min
Which Service Academy should a candidate apply for? The hosts explore this question and give insight on each military service and issues candidates should consider in making this decision.
Dec 4, 2020
Dec 4, 2020
41 min
In this inaugural episode of the podcast, the hosts discuss the impact COVID-19 has had on Service Academy admission for the 2020-2021 application year. Areas discussed include SAT/ACT, application timelines, and video interview techniques.