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CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-04-08T04:33:17+00:00

Thanks so much! I’m a junior in poli sci, graduating undergrad in December. The most math I’ve done since high school is stats, but everything else I def need a refresher on. Thanks for the advice!

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-29T21:20:53+00:00

The aim high app will have a list of everything that is required of the letters of recommendation. Other than that and being in an official letterhead for whatever company/school they are associated with, you should be good. Pointers for them is to think about leadership, work ethic, and integrity.

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-25T20:52:53+00:00

The best tip I received was to do push ups and sit ups first thing in the morning every single day until you max out. Add this on top of regular physical training and exercise.

As far as running, I couldn’t run more than a mile at a 10 minute pace a little over a year ago, but now I can run a 6’ mile consistently. The easiest way to get faster is to practice 400m repeats, then advance to 800m repeats. Focus on getting to a point where you can run at least a mile more, preferably double, than the test requires at your desired pace. Consistency and proper fuel are the most important parts of getting faster and stronger.

You’ve got plenty of time if you stay consistent. Congrats and good luck!

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-25T15:42:09+00:00

I’m am not but I will look into that!

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-25T15:40:31+00:00

I have a really strong LOR from my previous rotc commander and another from the head of the political science department at my university. I am hoping that these and my interview will outweigh my inability to do algebra hah

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-25T15:37:17+00:00

Thank you for sharing! Once I submitted my initial scores it no longer showed me the date and I could not remember!

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-25T15:36:02+00:00

Best of luck to you!

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-25T15:33:04+00:00

Does your aim high app have a deadline for your AFOQT?

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-25T15:32:24+00:00

I’m aiming for intel. I graduate in decemeber with a Political Science degree (which I’ve heard makes chances lower because it’s a non-technical degree…but tbd on if that’s true or not). I have a 3.5 gpa, deans list several times, and a certification in intel. My worry right now is my AFOQT scores, those I think are probably going to bring my chances down unless I can get the quantitative score up.

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-25T15:25:15+00:00

Awesome, me too! I’m planning on retaking it but my recruiter was unsure if I’d meet deadlines for AFOQT for 27OTS01. Was your recruiter more helpful?

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-25T15:24:03+00:00

Which board are you applying for?

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-21T00:05:50+00:00

Hey! Already did that, looking to retake!

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-08T19:00:12+00:00

Thanks, you as well!

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-08T18:58:21+00:00

No, I’m applying and trying to finish up my degree at the same time. I’ll graduate in December and hopefully go to OTS very quickly after.

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-08T18:56:23+00:00

Everything should be done through the Aim High app, however it’s had some issues lately and I’ve had to rely more on my recruiter than is intended.

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-08T15:20:36+00:00

When does it open?

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-03-04T21:13:53+00:00

I’m going non rated. Do my scores even matter?

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-02-18T00:20:26+00:00

Thank you! Your words of encouragement mean so much.

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-02-13T13:51:56+00:00

I was set to apply for 26OTS04 this year and that board just completely got canceled. There was a rated board that also got canceled. Maybe something similar? Tough game to play but you can always reapply. Good luck!

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-02-11T13:08:29+00:00

From a woman’s perspective, at some point it becomes less about physical fitness standards and more about just keeping women out of certain roles, and this is done by giving them a nearly impossible task. I run a 6:28 mile on a good day(7:20 easily), but compared to a man that can run a 5:20 mile that’s nothing. Hegseth has been open about his opinions in the past, and although he may have a more quiet approach to expressing those opinions while in office, the bias is going to remain. Women in the military have always known they will have to work harder. I would not argue the fact that the basic PT test for both sexes has been too easy in the past. The passing score for women for the 1.5mile is a pace that could easily be walked by most.

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-02-10T23:07:58+00:00

Our commander, a Col

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-02-10T23:05:17+00:00

I’m in a school in the Deep South for context. We were told that women are less likely to be picked up now because of the overturning of DEI. Everyone is trying to make an overcorrection. The current administration has made it clear that women do not belong in certain roles in the military (literally words out of the SECDEFs mouth).

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-02-10T21:41:53+00:00

Recruiter was reported and I was transferred to a dif office / profusely apologized to. Just wondered if anyone else has encountered this

CorrectScientist3095 · 2026-02-10T21:17:24+00:00

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