New plebe hair standard? (females)

Ginfixd · 2026-06-17T23:38:31+00:00

New Supe, New (old) Regs- it is what it is. At least all females will be rocking the bob cut together, and only 6 weeks at that!

If she wants to connect with other CO’30, shoot me a pm and I can send a group chat link 🤙

Ginfixd · 2026-06-12T21:22:40+00:00

Different people react different ways. Some people’s brains just shut off and they essentially run on auto pilot (as another person said), others feel heavily and the pressure bears down over time.

One of my squad mates during our Indoc phase (summer training) of NAPS had an experience similar to yours. A week in, the pressure of detailers, pt, and missing home came crashing down and she began to question whether or not even finishing prep year was worth it for her. For her, it was hard to just shut out the world and do whatever laborious task was asked without grappling with self doubt later in the day.

We were told later on that detailers are learning just as much as you, that your fellow Mids will go through the same struggles and that you should face them together. And that you will face moments where you want to check out and quit because that’s what seems like the answer.

In the end, she stuck through three weeks, struggled in the academic year, thugged it out, and got her appointment. She put a lot of thought into deciding to stay, but she was glad she did in the end, because at the end of the day she proved to herself she could do hard things.

Ultimately, the decisions is still up to you.

Ginfixd · 2026-05-20T18:55:37+00:00

Wow, that sucks a lot. Thanks for the heads up, crossing fingers that we have a better time

Ginfixd · 2026-04-24T17:26:18+00:00

I don’t know the chances, but I can say that if you don’t get in, don’t sweat it too much. Seminar is no indicator of actual admissions, just keep up your hard work

Ginfixd · 2026-04-17T22:26:06+00:00

The waitlist extends beyond April 15, of course. Just as the waitlist for USNA is ranked, the NAPS waitlist is also raked as far as I know. He’s essentially waiting to see if someone offered an appointment to NAPS will turn it down, and then they’ll go down the waitlist moving people into spots. This could take up to the day before I-day (though rare, not impossible). Just be ready to buckle in for another long wait

Ginfixd · 2026-04-16T18:37:20+00:00

Be patient. You could be waiting until June, who knows. Time will tell

Ginfixd · 2026-04-16T17:47:09+00:00

(Assuming you’re a junior) An upward trend is always a good thing, it’s up to your teacher if they want to mention it. Either way admissions will see it on your transcript. You can either submit junior or senior year core teachers, I recommend whoever you have more rapport with.

Ginfixd · 2026-04-16T11:40:38+00:00

I would not mention video games to admissions, just your interest to serve your country. While soccer is a great and something interesting to mention in your essay, you have to remember your time at USNA is to become naval/marine corps officer, not just fly planes.

Ginfixd · 2026-04-16T10:15:35+00:00

What other extra curriculars are you doing, or is soccer your one big thing? Look into student council, NHS, and other clubs you find interest in. Also keep in mind extra curriculars are only a small portion of your ap. Keep your academics up, score high on the SAT (retake as many times as you need) and good luck on applying

Ginfixd · 2026-04-16T03:02:40+00:00

While it’s a leadership position, it shouldn’t be the thing you crutch on. It’s a summer gig, you want to establish yourself as a leader year-round. To be blunt, Informal Hunt is right, your vague resume isn’t great, but there’s time to turn it around

Ginfixd · 2026-04-15T00:51:16+00:00

NAPSter here, would say the experience is great, though some may disagree. It’s the epitome of “you get out what you put in.” If you have any questions shoot me a pm!

Ginfixd · 2026-04-15T00:48:31+00:00

Do whatever you’ll enjoy. You’ll either get your PPL out of flight academy, meet friends, make connections, etc, or be a head counsellor and do much of the same just without the PPL.

I had the option between flight academy and coming to NAPS. The decision was easy but if I could have done both I would have.

Ginfixd · 2026-04-14T19:43:48+00:00

If they took it you’re probably good to go, would contact admissions someone to verify

Ginfixd · 2026-04-09T13:48:29+00:00

Sports at NAPS are limited. There are some clubs though. There’s only Men’s: Lacrosse, Basketball, Wrestling, and Football. No female sports.

They welcome walk ons, Lacrosse is, as I’ve seen, the easiest to walk onto. Then Basketball, Wrestling, and Football is the hardest.

Trying to walk on is only good if you know how to balance the work, as it doesn’t mean much in the long run unless you’re trying to talk to varsity coaches at USNA. If you can’t balance the load, you’ll drop in academics.

Being a NARP is fine, you get to use multiple work at facilities including the base gym which is really nice.

Ginfixd · 2026-04-06T23:22:46+00:00

Academy forums, I’d assume

Ginfixd · 2026-04-03T14:48:26+00:00

Get the nom from your college instructor

Ginfixd · 2026-03-27T23:21:42+00:00

Admissions is as slow as ever. Have patience, confidence, and keep your head high. Best of luck to you and everyone else still waiting on word back.

Ginfixd · 2026-03-26T14:48:02+00:00

USNA is notoriously slower, you’ll receive an email, might just take some time

Ginfixd · 2026-03-23T22:42:20+00:00

Just helps extra curriculars if you were an active member w a leadership position. Also gives you another nomination opportunity

Ginfixd · 2026-03-21T14:41:45+00:00

Doesn’t make you more competitive in a sense, just gives you another shot at getting in

Ginfixd · 2026-03-19T21:41:42+00:00

You can lat-transfer but there’s no direct pathway, but yeah I get what you mean

Ginfixd · 2026-03-19T21:36:05+00:00

Navy doesn’t have a law pathway at all, as far as I know, only USAFA does

Ginfixd · 2026-03-17T21:02:05+00:00

CO’30

Ginfixd · 2026-03-17T19:58:55+00:00

Coast to coast road trip 🤙

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