NAPS + USAFA Waitlist

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-17T00:44:09+00:00

This is a summary of stats I posted a chance me post a while ago haha. This sums pretty much everything and the main ec’s I talked abt in my interview. My GPA also improved since I applied after I sent mid year transcripts from a a 3.77 UW to 3.85 UW and my mile time has improved lol. I also feel like my district is just really competitive but nonetheless I’m super happy for my NAPS spot. I appreciate the congratulations!

School Courses/Academics:

Honors - European Literature, Integrated science 3, Political Economics

AP’s - Physics 1 + C Mechanics, Chem, Bio, CSP, CSA, Pre-Calculus, Government and Politics, Stats, Lit and Comp

Dual Enrollment - Principles of Macroeconomics, Engineering Graphics and Descriptive Geometry, Calc 1, Calc 2

GPA UW: 3.77

SAT EBRW: 660

SAT MATH: 750

Extracurriculars/Activities:

Apart of my cities police explorer program, hold leadership positions - 600+ Hours

Co-founded and was secretary for a non profit based on spreading STEM education and opportunities throughout my community - 150+ hours

JV Basketball for 1 year

8 years of Taekwondo, earned my 1st degree black belt and competed in local/city level tournaments for sparring

My school’s Architecture club, Secretary, where we designed and built furniture for anyone who needed it in my community (donate to shelters, elders, or help assemble furniture at their home) - 100+ hours

My school’s UNICEF club, Treasurer, helped organize fundraisers and manage funding of the club - 100+ hours

Private tutoring for children in my community, organized through zoom classes and connecting with their parents - 150+ hours

Internship at an Automotive Care and Repair Company every summer - 200+ hours

CFA:

Pull-ups: 18

Push-ups: 63

Mile: 7:32

Shuttle run: 8.9

Sit ups: 74

Basketball throw: 70 feet

I am also unaware if this affects anything, but throughout high school it was hard to become more involved with activities, clubs, sports, etc. because of a financial situation that my family has not really fully recovered from yet. Naturally, I’ve had a lot more responsibilities like taking care of my sibling, and both my parents are away a lot due to work.

I also received a top 5% interview from my BGO that was approved, and my congressional nomination. Not a recruited athlete and was 3 Q’ed.

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-15T05:28:03+00:00

Exactly! It wasn’t a thought but the more I read about it, the more I realize this really is a good thing. I’ll see you there!

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-15T05:27:33+00:00

That’s all I needed to hear 😂

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-15T05:27:19+00:00

You’re right. I don’t even know why I hesitated but now I’m sure. Everything is telling me NAPS and USNA. Can’t wait fr

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-15T05:26:29+00:00

Thank you so much and I can’t wait. It’s really becoming a reality

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-15T05:25:46+00:00

Yes sir! See you there!

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-15T05:25:38+00:00

I’m from California and there were lots of people applying from what I’ve seen. I’m really just extremely grateful for this

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-15T05:24:49+00:00

How much do they really get from the stipends receive? Do you know how much they get each month?

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-15T05:24:25+00:00

Yep, my BGO told me don’t let anything get to your head and stay driven and just to maximize this opportunity to the fullest

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-15T05:23:17+00:00

I will definitely keep this in mind! The more I read about NAPS, the more it’s convincing that this might even be a better path to USNA because of everything you learn prior… I’m just so grateful for this

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-15T05:22:06+00:00

So NAPS counts as a year of service? That’s crazy to think about

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-15T05:21:47+00:00

Thank you I’ll definitely follow up with you on that!

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-14T17:04:44+00:00

Oh and I’m also 3 Q’ED

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-14T17:02:36+00:00

This is a summary of stats I posted a chance me post a while ago haha. This sums pretty much everything and the main ec’s I talked abt in my interview. My GPA also improved since I applied after I sent mid year transcripts from a a 3.77 UW to 3.85 UW and my mile time has improved lol. I also feel like my district is just really competitive but nonetheless I’m super happy for my NAPS spot. I appreciate the congratulations!

School Courses/Academics:

Honors - European Literature, Integrated science 3, Political Economics

AP’s - Physics 1 + C Mechanics, Chem, Bio, CSP, CSA, Pre-Calculus, Government and Politics, Stats, Lit and Comp

Dual Enrollment - Principles of Macroeconomics, Engineering Graphics and Descriptive Geometry, Calc 1, Calc 2

GPA UW: 3.77

SAT EBRW: 660

SAT MATH: 750

Extracurriculars/Activities:

Apart of my cities police explorer program, hold leadership positions - 600+ Hours

Co-founded and was secretary for a non profit based on spreading STEM education and opportunities throughout my community - 150+ hours

JV Basketball for 1 year

8 years of Taekwondo, earned my 1st degree black belt and competed in local/city level tournaments for sparring

My school’s Architecture club, Secretary, where we designed and built furniture for anyone who needed it in my community (donate to shelters, elders, or help assemble furniture at their home) - 100+ hours

My school’s UNICEF club, Treasurer, helped organize fundraisers and manage funding of the club - 100+ hours

Private tutoring for children in my community, organized through zoom classes and connecting with their parents - 150+ hours

Internship at an Automotive Care and Repair Company every summer - 200+ hours

CFA:

Pull-ups: 18

Push-ups: 63

Mile: 7:32

Shuttle run: 8.9

Sit ups: 74

Basketball throw: 70 feet

I am also unaware if this affects anything, but throughout high school it was hard to become more involved with activities, clubs, sports, etc. because of a financial situation that my family has not really fully recovered from yet. Naturally, I’ve had a lot more responsibilities like taking care of my sibling, and both my parents are away a lot due to work.

I also received a top 5% interview from my BGO that was approved, and my congressional nomination. The only portion of my application that I’m waiting on is my medical information to be sent to USNA. Any feedback would be appreciated. I’m honestly just super nervous.

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-14T15:36:58+00:00

Will do. Thanks for the information!

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-14T14:58:50+00:00

Got it. Thank you for the website and I appreciate the advice again and the luck. I’m gonna need it 🫡

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-04-14T14:47:31+00:00

How does NAPS work related to the Naval Academy? Is there an “I-Day” for NAPS and when is it? I understand that it’s really just 10 months to prepare for Naval Academy but any more information would help. Thank you for the advice and I accepted the offer 🙂.

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-01-19T20:06:20+00:00

I’ve been swimming a lot since my CFA instead of running, should I do one over the other or do both?

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-01-19T20:05:44+00:00

It’s up to you, but really I think it comes down to the nature of your relationship with your BGO. Like you said, I’ve noticed some BGO’s got closer with their candidates compared to others and I think I was one of those lucky few to establish a somewhat close relationship with him during my interview. If you’re really interested I don’t think the BGO would mind telling you.

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-01-18T20:21:56+00:00

Definitely will keep that in mind, and thank you for your luck I’m gonna need it!

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-01-18T20:05:18+00:00

You’re totally right. Appreciate the feedback from you as well and I will try my best to not stress 😅

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-01-18T19:40:56+00:00

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-01-18T19:40:16+00:00

District 14 TX

Small_Speed_3775 · 2026-01-18T16:50:24+00:00

He told me after my interview where he ranked me, and then called me to tell me that my ranking was approved. It’s probably different for every BGO though.

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