@@nassiratti8542 I slacked off my earlier years of high school, so being forced to put my gpa weakens my application, I was hoping to fall back on my SAT/ACT score to compensate for the deficit I’m in. But likewise, the odds aren’t looking very well :(
@@nathanieljoseph381 just apply for it, because if you don’t get accepted, re apply next year and the good thing is they’ll see you coming back and your determination
Okay honestly, so far first two years of highschool were interesting. I have had two D’s (in interior design because the teacher has never taught us and soon left leaving us completely blank headed) and mainly c and b and A’s freshman year (took 2 honors which was environmental science and university connections)but did a tone of extracurriculares(Beta Club, and had over 90+ hours, Leaders, Track and Swim, been to many college campuses and universities). Sophomore year (which I am right now), I am in my first year engineering academy which I am doing outstanding in, I did get a D in biology honors (had over three teachers because they kept leaving), I am sophomore president, BETA Club, no sports this year cause COVID ain’t gonna catch me, I am in Spanish heritage honors (plan to learn Italian or French in my own time). I have done track overall for three years so far, one year in swim, and 5 years in band playing the French horn. I don’t know what my gpa is yet but it’s around 3 weighted, I think. Everyone in schools knows me because I’m social and everyone enjoys my company. I am switching school for junior year and senior year to join a college and career academy in welding. Sorry for writing this in the not best form. I’m typing this very late at night, May anyone tell me so for if I have a shot and what should I fix to get my chances higher.
To be competitive, you need a 3.6+ , your SAT/ACT could pull the weight of your GPA but I suggest you keep working hard. The Academy would prefer a person who received a B- in an AP/Honors course than a person who received an A+ in an easy course.
You discussing that scholarship you received at the end reminded me, the summer before my junior year I received a National Flight Academy scholarship to spend the summer on an aircraft carrier, however its been so long and I never got to go due to Covid that I forgot to include it on my application portal. Do you think I can bring it up during my ALO interview? Or do I have to contact USAFA admissions directly to let them know so they can update my application profile?
Thank you man. I’m going into my junior year in hs and will be applying to the academy soon. The best I can get my gpa up to b4 I apply is a 3.7 and I’m studying to get atleast a 30 ACT. I got some community service, two sports (hopefully varsity soon) and a job. one leadership position (link crew leader). Do u think I’ve got a shot?
Do you think not being in any sports during high school would disqualify me from getting into USAFA? I have a 3.9 GPA, 1320 SAT score, about 2500 community service hours, can pass the CFA, and am an Eagle Scout which gave me lots of leadership opportunities. I want to become a Cyberspace Operations Officer
2 months late but I think it would help a lot but I don't think that disqualifies you, just make sure your in good shape and that you've had leadership experience and have good grades.
Just got accepted into USAFA prep school so if anyone has questions let me know and I can help you. Only have 3.7 Unweighted GPA and a 1200 SAT, I just had a good background in everything else.
Also another question is how much do the admissions council value class rank? Becuase I know my school is super competitive and a 4.5 GPA will barely put you in the top 5 percent.
Hey man i’m about to be a senior in Highschool and my grades have been pretty bad earlier in highschool my freshman was like. 2.0 and my sophomore was a little higher. This year I tried more and got 3.5 and 3.2. I wasn’t able to take the SAT because of corona but next year i’m taking 2 Aps. Do u think i still have a chance if I do well. Any advice man?
Sorry to break it to you but I don’t think you have that big of a chance, if you only took 2 aps throughout high school that is a big factor against you.
I recomend going to a different college for 1 year take STEM classes (Class/courses that mimic the academy academics). In order to ger your GPA up then apply and you got a shot. Good luck either way.
I'm in 8th grade right now and I'm hoping to become a pilot from going through usafa graduating in the top of my class and then going to af pilot training
Here’s what I have going for me right now: 7 dual enrolled classes, all high b’s and a’s Around a 3.8 GPA with the dual enrolled classes being counted in No school sports, but Gymnastics for 4.5 years 150+ community service hours AFJROTC leadership positions Marching Band for one year Section leader for marching band Solid personality 1240 composite SAT score (took 3 times) 24 ACT (took 1 time) Nearly fluent in Spanish from three years of classes Learning Korean Good at writing essays What do you think they’d say about me?
Everything seems pretty solid except for your SAT/ACT , you have a really high chance of getting into the prep school with your stats. You have the same stats as me actually when I was applying. You still have a shot at direct though. If you’re class of 25’ and haven’t heard back, you’re probably going to get a prep school offer. Good luck !
I feel pretty good about my standing so far with my application, it's just that I'm slightly concerned about CS hours. I tried to do a lot during the second half of my junior year in HS and I managed ~50, however Covid prevented me from doing a lot like volunteering at my local hospital for one. Do you think that if I explain to them in my interview that Covid really hampered my ability to do CS they will understand? Or is that not an acceptable excuse?
@@michaelhickham9549 No, but they told me I met their academic and extra curricular standards. I fell short physically, and they told me to train more for the CFA and re-apply.
I’m a sophomore at a community college and did not have enough time to apply to come in this year. Do you think I could apply as a junior in college if I retake my SAT and keep my GPA 3.8 without being in a sports team and still get in? I volunteer all the time, I created an aviation club in high school, I traveled to American Samoa with my high school robotics team when I was in high school, I am a board member for my EAA chapter, and much more.
@@dullie2x229 I’m glad to hear that! I submitted my summer seminar application yesterday, but will be early when I fill out the academy application. Lol. Thanks!!
Thank you for a good information. My kid applied due to COVID-19 hard to get the chance get SAT test. This year. He got 1350 SAT score last month. Do you think okay for a apply?
If your willing to answer some questions i have i would really appreciate it.... Ive been researching USAFA for a while as i want to join in as an officer and become a pilot, and at the moment i probably have a 3.8 gpa (sophomore in HS) but i dont play any sports, I have a job and i dont really have any extra time to fit a sport in there, does this tank my chances of getting in? and i also just have a question about the reccomendation process thing, how do i fnd out who i need to mail or email or whatever it is i need to do about getting a reccomendation, and how do i increase my chances of getting reccomended over other people?
Your GPA is solid right now , shoot for higher to increase your chances. A sport is a pretty decent part of your application but you can make up for his with high test scores and community service hours. You can get guided through your process by going through the USAFA website and looking for your ALO, should be a tab.
Currently, I just graduated high school and I’m about to enter college. I didn’t know I wanted to apply to the Air Force Academy, and I regret not knowing about it sooner. Is it possible for me to do a college transfer after my freshmen year? I had a 4.0 GPA, had 3 APs my senior year, and I had about 4 leadership positions in different clubs (senior class secretary, key club event planner, Manager Link Crew), including AFJROTC which I was in for all four years, and was the executive Officer my junior-senior year. I was also top 10% of my class. Do you guys think I have a chance?
I’m a sophomore with a 4.0 weighted. I am currently doing 2 sports, in 1 sport I’m varsity, taking AP and honors classes, tutoring young kids for free, getting pilots licenses and also have past community service hours. About 150. Do I have a shot at getting in?
I have a 4.4 unweighted gpa and I am about to take the SAT. My goal is a 1400. I also work and do many extracurriculars at school do you think I could get in?
I’m going in to 10th grade, and when I took the ACT in 7th grade, I made a 17, but I had one of the highest reading scores at my school. I currently have a 4.0 gpa, and I run track and I am involved in many organizations like FBLA and Student Government. Do you think I’m on course to make it in?
Yeah, you fit the bill perfectly! Just make sure to improve on any ACT subjects you may be struggling with, because the average superscore for accepted people is about 30-31
@@pbscars6320 Don't worry dude, you got this! Everytime I feel worried or doubtful about going, I think about all the cool things about going to usafa (zero tuition, being able to travel overseas, etc.), and that motivates me again to do ACT practice, CFA training, etc. Just stay positive and determined and you'll do just fine. 👍
Hi thank you so much for this video. I am currently a sophmore and I have a 4.5 GPA and a 1490 SAT I am hoping this will help me pass the academic criteria of the admissions process. I just wanted to ask if you had taken any SAT subject tests if so what were they?
I didn't take any and honestly, I haven't met anyone who has. You're on track but if you can improve then go for it! Is it a 4.5 weighted or unweighted?
So basically I have no chance I wanted to but im in my Sophomore year with a 3.4 GPA same GPA freshman year and I only do esports and wrestling at my school.
Class of 2020 here, I couldn’t take the SATS/ACTS cause of COVID. Is that a valid excuse for not taking it or do i actually have to take it for candidate status? Thanks!
Hey, I got a question. If I take dual-enrollment courses, does the academy ask me to send them? And, will it be advantageous to take these courses, like when the Academy sees that I do well in them. Thanks bro
Sports aren't required at all, but HIGHLY recommend. If you take one your senior year, it's better than none. There are two reasons for being in a sport: 1) when you're applying, you need to pass the fitness test called the CFA, and just because you may pass doesn't mean that you're competitive. The higher you score on it, the better you're chances. Even if you don't do sports, you should spare some time to get in shape (if you're not already) and train for the CFA. 2) the other reason ties in with leadership roles. Participating in a sport can give you a chance of having a good letter of recommendation from a coach. Best of luck to you and I hope you get in!
Hi, I’m a junior in high school with a 3.95 unweighted GPA, and I’m wondering if my hs career is good enough for the academy. I did band for 2 years, first chair in the wind ensemble my second year, 2 years of water polo and swim (hoping to be captain next year) , sga ( running for Vice President for senior year), dual enrollment, and all my high school classes (except sga) are ap. I also am a lifeguard for my community pool and have over 200 community service hours. Do I need to add more diversity to stand out?
It’s a like a letter of recommendation, you need one for the academy. Anyone can get it but it could be a little competitive depending on your district
@@beauwilliams9054 11.1 acceptance rate into the USAFA. So basically what’s they are gonna do (not my word but someone who told me) is they will see how determined you are. If you have average grades but are growing and putting as much effort to everything into getting into that school you have higher chances. They want people who are the best of the best and people who are very determined. Also if you don’t get in you still have a chance of going to the PREP school and then to the Academy.
@@dullie2x229 YO I’m just a few minutes south from y’all in Fayetteville 🔥🔥 Also, would a 3.7 unweighted GPA and a 1260 SAT plus some achievements like leadership academy, beta club, national merit, and 1 year in my schools aviation academy be considered ?
@@AlexG-th3co I would say that is very appealing for the board. That is a nice GPA (Average is 3.8), and a really nice SAT score. It is also good that you are top in your classes and show good leadership positions. With the aviation part it shows you have a passion for aviation.
I don’t have many service hours (barely any to be honest) but I do have a job and I’ve been in varsity sports since freshman year. Would those two things sort of counter act my low amount of service hours?
I took a gap year and I ended my senior year with a gpa of 3.2 and i want to take my act does this affect my chances of getting in, this is my dream school I would really love to get in P.S. I subscribed and turned on post notifications.
Sorry for the late response. It does not really affect you as much -- you just have to make sure you have very competitive scores to offset your GPA. I would also recommend taking some college courses.
I am about to be a senior and have not taken any AP classes or honors classes due to my school being small and not offering them. My school also has a 7 pt grading system instead of 10. Do you think this limits my ability to get accepted?
so say I get into the prepschool because my scores on the SAT and ACT are also kinda low and I go threw prep, that does or doest go towards ur 4 years huh? like I go to prep and then I have still 4 years to go thew with the academy?
@@dullie2x229 thank you, also, I’m taking ap classes along with pre ap classes (I have A’s in all my classes), and I was wondering if they view pre ap classes the same as regular classes?
@@calichin11 you have an upper hand by taking AP classes , especially if you have A’s in then. Also try hard on the AP exams, you can potentially validate some classes.
@@aeuid nah that not true I been talking to alotta people and my uncle in there and he had like a 1.5 gpa and he's in, just think how many people are in alotta people join because they couldn't get a good education and thats there only option I just need my application to look a little better with like volunteer work or sum
I don’t think you watched the whole video. Usafa looks at the person as a whole. Your scores don’t strictly define your chances. I had a 4.2 gpa , was taking college courses in HS, did a lot of community service , I have my ppl , I was #5 in my class, etc. Regarding scores , they also look at your sub score. My English sub score was very high but I was deficient in math. Regarding the cfa scores, the average is based off the previous year , I maxed a good portion of the cfa but was deficient in sit-ups. My deficiencies were what got me to the prep school. Does that address your confusion?
If my GPA is 3.9 at the end of my junior year (Regular classes no AP, maybe 2 honors English and Math) and my SAT score is a 1270, no sports all high school, My father, grandfather, other grandfather, both uncles, Step dad, grandmother, and a whole bunch more were in the military (Mostly Marines) I been on NJROTC Drill team 2 years, an eagle scout, the Senior Patrol Leader of the biggest troop in my area, and over 160 hours of community service. I am taking Pre calc over the summer, Chem and physics in senior year do I have any shot to make either the Summer Seminar for USNA or USMA or USAFA. And also do I have a shot at actually getting in? I am sorry for spiting out my life story im just very interested in this LOL. And really want to get into the summer seminar AND the academy.
Sir am a sri Lankan am a non citizen for us 🇺🇸 am very interested for join us air force I have green card next month I come usa I have diploma in English and international English certificate this is possible to join us air force reply me sir am waiting for your response what are the qualifications required want?
@@dullie2x229 can you still update your application after submitting? Like if you get involve in new clubs as time goes by, can you add to the application?
How many AP/Honors classes should I take?I’m currently a freshman doing none, but planning on taking two honors next year. As well as taking dual enrollment in my local collage this summer.
Honestly, just take all honors. Literally honors is just the same as regular class but a bit more stress. Honestly it’s worth taking honors and if you know you really good at a subject maybe take AP’s either sophomore or junior year
oh man do you think sat can make up for gpa, like i have a 1540 rn without studying gonna aim for 1590/1600 but these last 2 quarters (I’m a junior) have been really rough, probably gotta couple C’s in my APs... have all A/A- freshman and sophomore year tho, but my gpa’s fucked 🥲 might be like 3.3 or something
You’re fine for now , you have a whole year to get it back up. A 3.3 is not terrible, if you’re below a 3.6 you might get a letter for the prep school since your SAT is so high. You’re still pretty competitive!
Im in the application process for class of 2025 right now, Im crossing my fingers but the odds ain’t looking too great
In the same boat brother, but there’s always a shot at preparatory school. If that doesn’t work out we can always apply again.
@@nathanieljoseph381 me too I'm applying for the class of 2025, the only thing for me is the SAT :(
I wish you all good luck , hope to see you on the strips next year lol
@@nassiratti8542 I slacked off my earlier years of high school, so being forced to put my gpa weakens my application, I was hoping to fall back on my SAT/ACT score to compensate for the deficit I’m in. But likewise, the odds aren’t looking very well :(
@@nathanieljoseph381 just apply for it, because if you don’t get accepted, re apply next year and the good thing is they’ll see you coming back and your determination
love this video idea, i wish other usafa youtubers would do the same
Okay honestly, so far first two years of highschool were interesting. I have had two D’s (in interior design because the teacher has never taught us and soon left leaving us completely blank headed) and mainly c and b and A’s freshman year (took 2 honors which was environmental science and university connections)but did a tone of extracurriculares(Beta Club, and had over 90+ hours, Leaders, Track and Swim, been to many college campuses and universities). Sophomore year (which I am right now), I am in my first year engineering academy which I am doing outstanding in, I did get a D in biology honors (had over three teachers because they kept leaving), I am sophomore president, BETA Club, no sports this year cause COVID ain’t gonna catch me, I am in Spanish heritage honors (plan to learn Italian or French in my own time). I have done track overall for three years so far, one year in swim, and 5 years in band playing the French horn. I don’t know what my gpa is yet but it’s around 3 weighted, I think. Everyone in schools knows me because I’m social and everyone enjoys my company. I am switching school for junior year and senior year to join a college and career academy in welding. Sorry for writing this in the not best form. I’m typing this very late at night, May anyone tell me so for if I have a shot and what should I fix to get my chances higher.
To be competitive, you need a 3.6+ , your SAT/ACT could pull the weight of your GPA but I suggest you keep working hard. The Academy would prefer a person who received a B- in an AP/Honors course than a person who received an A+ in an easy course.
OMG we've been waiting so long thanks so much!! Your channel makes my day, can you make a vlog about daily life as a cadet it sounds super fun!!
I'll be dropping one next semester ! Stay tuned.
This was an awesome video!!! Thanks for the information!
Thanks man !
@@dullie2x229 hi man could I speak to u privately about usafa requirement obrianmclaughlin12@gmail.com plz man
You discussing that scholarship you received at the end reminded me, the summer before my junior year I received a National Flight Academy scholarship to spend the summer on an aircraft carrier, however its been so long and I never got to go due to Covid that I forgot to include it on my application portal. Do you think I can bring it up during my ALO interview? Or do I have to contact USAFA admissions directly to let them know so they can update my application profile?
Thank you man. I’m going into my junior year in hs and will be applying to the academy soon. The best I can get my gpa up to b4 I apply is a 3.7 and I’m studying to get atleast a 30 ACT. I got some community service, two sports (hopefully varsity soon) and a job. one leadership position (link crew leader). Do u think I’ve got a shot?
You have a good shot, just keep trying to improve you gpa & test scores. Keep me updated
Update?
Do you think not being in any sports during high school would disqualify me from getting into USAFA? I have a 3.9 GPA, 1320 SAT score, about 2500 community service hours, can pass the CFA, and am an Eagle Scout which gave me lots of leadership opportunities. I want to become a Cyberspace Operations Officer
2 months late but I think it would help a lot but I don't think that disqualifies you, just make sure your in good shape and that you've had leadership experience and have good grades.
As long as you can do well on the CFA
Just got accepted into USAFA prep school so if anyone has questions let me know and I can help you. Only have 3.7 Unweighted GPA and a 1200 SAT, I just had a good background in everything else.
Congrats !
Thanks man id love to talk to you sometime if you could i have some questions about usafa@@dullie2x229
Mans just ate a entire thing of applesauce mid video
Yes, yes I did 🤣
@@dullie2x229 honestly I respect that
I am almost done with my USAFA application for class of 2028. Wish me luck
Good luck !
Also another question is how much do the admissions council value class rank? Becuase I know my school is super competitive and a 4.5 GPA will barely put you in the top 5 percent.
GPA outweighs class rank in my opinion. As long as your GPA is around a 3.8+ unweighted you are competitive.
How did you get into the program to get your PPL? Being a pilot is a big dream of mine. Great video 👍
Hey man i’m about to be a senior in Highschool and my grades have been pretty bad earlier in highschool my freshman was like. 2.0 and my sophomore was a little higher. This year I tried more and got 3.5 and 3.2. I wasn’t able to take the SAT because of corona but next year i’m taking 2 Aps. Do u think i still have a chance if I do well. Any advice man?
Sorry to break it to you but I don’t think you have that big of a chance, if you only took 2 aps throughout high school that is a big factor against you.
I recomend going to a different college for 1 year take STEM classes (Class/courses that mimic the academy academics). In order to ger your GPA up then apply and you got a shot. Good luck either way.
I'm in 8th grade right now and I'm hoping to become a pilot from going through usafa graduating in the top of my class and then going to af pilot training
I’m also in 8th grade! I’m also hoping to become a pilot or go into nasa afterwards.
@@lydiaparker824 8th into 9th?
Here’s what I have going for me right now:
7 dual enrolled classes, all high b’s and a’s
Around a 3.8 GPA with the dual enrolled classes being counted in
No school sports, but Gymnastics for 4.5 years
150+ community service hours
AFJROTC leadership positions
Marching Band for one year
Section leader for marching band
Solid personality
1240 composite SAT score (took 3 times)
24 ACT (took 1 time)
Nearly fluent in Spanish from three years of classes
Learning Korean
Good at writing essays
What do you think they’d say about me?
Are you 25’ and you look really good except for the gpa and sat which are slightly below avg but extremely solid everywhere else so you never know
@@ianwatson7120 yeah I’m class of ‘25. Yeah that SAT especially worries me. And I took it 3 times already
Everything seems pretty solid except for your SAT/ACT , you have a really high chance of getting into the prep school with your stats. You have the same stats as me actually when I was applying. You still have a shot at direct though. If you’re class of 25’ and haven’t heard back, you’re probably going to get a prep school offer. Good luck !
@@yannam5339how did you do? I’m in my junior year right now
I feel pretty good about my standing so far with my application, it's just that I'm slightly concerned about CS hours. I tried to do a lot during the second half of my junior year in HS and I managed ~50, however Covid prevented me from doing a lot like volunteering at my local hospital for one. Do you think that if I explain to them in my interview that Covid really hampered my ability to do CS they will understand? Or is that not an acceptable excuse?
did u get in
@@michaelhickham9549 No, but they told me I met their academic and extra curricular standards. I fell short physically, and they told me to train more for the CFA and re-apply.
That applesauce bit man ;)
I’m a sophomore at a community college and did not have enough time to apply to come in this year. Do you think I could apply as a junior in college if I retake my SAT and keep my GPA 3.8 without being in a sports team and still get in? I volunteer all the time, I created an aviation club in high school, I traveled to American Samoa with my high school robotics team when I was in high school, I am a board member for my EAA chapter, and much more.
Yes you def can ! I say go for it, you would also be ahead because you can validate a good number of classes you've taken in college.
@@dullie2x229 I’m glad to hear that! I submitted my summer seminar application yesterday, but will be early when I fill out the academy application. Lol. Thanks!!
Thank you for a good information.
My kid applied
due to COVID-19 hard to get the chance get SAT test. This year.
He got 1350 SAT score last month.
Do you think okay for a apply?
You typically need around a 1250 to be competitive, he is way above average. The average SAT is 1320.
@@dullie2x229 thank you. He will get athletic test this week.. hope join academy next year 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 thank you . Have a nice weekend.
@@chrislove9365 I've seen your comments on a lot of these videos! How has your son done so far?
@@kykim6398 couldn't get nomination. 😑😑😑
@@chrislove9365 oh I'm sorry about that.. better luck next year!
If your willing to answer some questions i have i would really appreciate it.... Ive been researching USAFA for a while as i want to join in as an officer and become a pilot, and at the moment i probably have a 3.8 gpa (sophomore in HS) but i dont play any sports, I have a job and i dont really have any extra time to fit a sport in there, does this tank my chances of getting in? and i also just have a question about the reccomendation process thing, how do i fnd out who i need to mail or email or whatever it is i need to do about getting a reccomendation, and how do i increase my chances of getting reccomended over other people?
Your GPA is solid right now , shoot for higher to increase your chances. A sport is a pretty decent part of your application but you can make up for his with high test scores and community service hours. You can get guided through your process by going through the USAFA website and looking for your ALO, should be a tab.
My stats are pretty good, but I have one speeding ticket. How much do you think that will effect my chances at getting in?
That shouldn’t be a huge factor. If they ask you about it , give them all the details.
Literally not at all - will not effect you
Currently, I just graduated high school and I’m about to enter college. I didn’t know I wanted to apply to the Air Force Academy, and I regret not knowing about it sooner. Is it possible for me to do a college transfer after my freshmen year?
I had a 4.0 GPA, had 3 APs my senior year, and I had about 4 leadership positions in different clubs (senior class secretary, key club event planner, Manager Link Crew), including AFJROTC which I was in for all four years, and was the executive Officer my junior-senior year. I was also top 10% of my class. Do you guys think I have a chance?
Yes you can ! You can use your year in college to make your time at usafa 10x easier.
I’m a sophomore with a 4.0 weighted. I am currently doing 2 sports, in 1 sport I’m varsity, taking AP and honors classes, tutoring young kids for free, getting pilots licenses and also have past community service hours. About 150. Do I have a shot at getting in?
I have a 4.4 unweighted gpa and I am about to take the SAT. My goal is a 1400. I also work and do many extracurriculars at school do you think I could get in?
i'm also 61 out of 601 people in my class, would I need to move up more in the ranks?
Yes you have a good shot, as of now you're competitive. Definitely shoot for a 1400+ and don't forget to try out the ACT also.
I’m going in to 10th grade, and when I took the ACT in 7th grade, I made a 17, but I had one of the highest reading scores at my school. I currently have a 4.0 gpa, and I run track and I am involved in many organizations like FBLA and Student Government. Do you think I’m on course to make it in?
Yeah, you fit the bill perfectly! Just make sure to improve on any ACT subjects you may be struggling with, because the average superscore for accepted people is about 30-31
@@jshear2795 Sure thing, I am taking an ACT Prep class at my high school that should help with that, thanks for the advice!
@@pbscars6320 Hell, you're already more competitive than I am, and I'm a senior.
@@jshear2795 😬I just hope I can hold on to my 4.0 GPA through high school
@@pbscars6320 Don't worry dude, you got this! Everytime I feel worried or doubtful about going, I think about all the cool things about going to usafa (zero tuition, being able to travel overseas, etc.), and that motivates me again to do ACT practice, CFA training, etc. Just stay positive and determined and you'll do just fine. 👍
Do a day in the life video
I'll try to do that next week.
@@dullie2x229 cool that will be fun to wach
Hi thank you so much for this video. I am currently a sophmore and I have a 4.5 GPA and a 1490 SAT I am hoping this will help me pass the academic criteria of the admissions process. I just wanted to ask if you had taken any SAT subject tests if so what were they?
I didn't take any and honestly, I haven't met anyone who has. You're on track but if you can improve then go for it! Is it a 4.5 weighted or unweighted?
Are you from india?
So basically I have no chance I wanted to but im in my Sophomore year with a 3.4 GPA same GPA freshman year and I only do esports and wrestling at my school.
Class of 2020 here, I couldn’t take the SATS/ACTS cause of COVID. Is that a valid excuse for not taking it or do i actually have to take it for candidate status? Thanks!
You need a score, take it as soon as possible.
Wait you need 2 years of varsity? I’m a sophomore in hs but I’ve never done a sport
Hey, I got a question. If I take dual-enrollment courses, does the academy ask me to send them? And, will it be advantageous to take these courses, like when the Academy sees that I do well in them. Thanks bro
Yes there's an advantage. Take as much as you can!
Arm I automatically disqualified for not having taken any sports? What if I take one my last year in high school?
Sports aren't required at all, but HIGHLY recommend. If you take one your senior year, it's better than none. There are two reasons for being in a sport:
1) when you're applying, you need to pass the fitness test called the CFA, and just because you may pass doesn't mean that you're competitive. The higher you score on it, the better you're chances. Even if you don't do sports, you should spare some time to get in shape (if you're not already) and train for the CFA.
2) the other reason ties in with leadership roles. Participating in a sport can give you a chance of having a good letter of recommendation from a coach.
Best of luck to you and I hope you get in!
What’s the application process like in terms of the interview? Is it fully online and do they accept people from other states?
The interview is typically online through Skype.
Thanks bro
Does orchestra or any music related classes help get in?
No because it's an elective
I'm playing idk
Yes , they ask about it on your application.
Hi, I’m a junior in high school with a 3.95 unweighted GPA, and I’m wondering if my hs career is good enough for the academy. I did band for 2 years, first chair in the wind ensemble my second year, 2 years of water polo and swim (hoping to be captain next year) , sga ( running for Vice President for senior year), dual enrollment, and all my high school classes (except sga) are ap. I also am a lifeguard for my community pool and have over 200 community service hours. Do I need to add more diversity to stand out?
You are a perfect candidate, your SAT scores just need to reflect
What’s the congressional nomination? Did you had one? How were you nominated?
It’s a like a letter of recommendation, you need one for the academy. Anyone can get it but it could be a little competitive depending on your district
@@dullie2x229 do you know how competitive in North Carolina, I’m from garner. Wake county
@@carlossacerio431 I am from Charlotte, trying to figure out how competitive it is as well
@@beauwilliams9054 11.1 acceptance rate into the USAFA. So basically what’s they are gonna do (not my word but someone who told me) is they will see how determined you are. If you have average grades but are growing and putting as much effort to everything into getting into that school you have higher chances. They want people who are the best of the best and people who are very determined. Also if you don’t get in you still have a chance of going to the PREP school and then to the Academy.
@@carlossacerio431 Oh yeah I want to go straight in, but hey if you go to prep school you’re basically still in
I am taking average classes and have decent grades would sports compensate for the loss in academics
Wait your from Clayton county GA, if so I’m from here to🥳🥳
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@@dullie2x229 YO I’m just a few minutes south from y’all in Fayetteville 🔥🔥
Also, would a 3.7 unweighted GPA and a 1260 SAT plus some achievements like leadership academy, beta club, national merit, and 1 year in my schools aviation academy be considered ?
@@AlexG-th3co I would say that is very appealing for the board. That is a nice GPA (Average is 3.8), and a really nice SAT score. It is also good that you are top in your classes and show good leadership positions. With the aviation part it shows you have a passion for aviation.
I don’t have many service hours (barely any to be honest) but I do have a job and I’ve been in varsity sports since freshman year. Would those two things sort of counter act my low amount of service hours?
They would not necessarily counter act, but community service is not required. It just helps you out. It is not necessarily a deal breaker.
What if I have about a 4.2 GPA, but my class rank is 78 out of 422?
I took a gap year and I ended my senior year with a gpa of 3.2 and i want to take my act does this affect my chances of getting in, this is my dream school I would really love to get in
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Sorry for the late response. It does not really affect you as much -- you just have to make sure you have very competitive scores to offset your GPA. I would also recommend taking some college courses.
I am about to be a senior and have not taken any AP classes or honors classes due to my school being small and not offering them. My school also has a 7 pt grading system instead of 10. Do you think this limits my ability to get accepted?
You should be fine as long as your SAT/ACT scores are at or above average. AP and honors courses would only make you slightly more competitive.
If you have a degree do you still need to take the SAT ?
so say I get into the prepschool because my scores on the SAT and ACT are also kinda low and I go threw prep, that does or doest go towards ur 4 years huh? like I go to prep and then I have still 4 years to go thew with the academy?
Yupp, Ther P is like a Gap year but you're learning how to learn and study.
Does a sport still count if I don't do it in school but in another team (a club) outside of school?
Yes it counts
@@dullie2x229 thank you, also, I’m taking ap classes along with pre ap classes (I have A’s in all my classes), and I was wondering if they view pre ap classes the same as regular classes?
@@calichin11 you have an upper hand by taking AP classes , especially if you have A’s in then. Also try hard on the AP exams, you can potentially validate some classes.
@@dullie2x229 Thank you for the advice.
Is there an Asvab?
If I have like a 2.0 gpa is it possible to get into the airforce, how much does it affect getting in?
you have to have a 3.8+ gpa so you prob wont get accepted
@@aeuid nah that not true I been talking to alotta people and my uncle in there and he had like a 1.5 gpa and he's in, just think how many people are in alotta people join because they couldn't get a good education and thats there only option I just need my application to look a little better with like volunteer work or sum
@@shauntaviousweatherspoon7909mbmb and they must've done a lot of other things other than raising their gpa. anyways good luck on getting in!
@@aeuid thankss!
There isn't a GPA requirement for joining the Air Force as an enlisted member.
Everybody talks about being the top of their class, but I’m the only one in my class 😂
Bro, how did you get it? The average CFA is way higher than what you got, the average SAT and ACT is way higher than what you got I don't understand.
I don’t think you watched the whole video. Usafa looks at the person as a whole. Your scores don’t strictly define your chances. I had a 4.2 gpa , was taking college courses in HS, did a lot of community service , I have my ppl , I was #5 in my class, etc. Regarding scores , they also look at your sub score. My English sub score was very high but I was deficient in math. Regarding the cfa scores, the average is based off the previous year , I maxed a good portion of the cfa but was deficient in sit-ups. My deficiencies were what got me to the prep school. Does that address your confusion?
@@dullie2x229 Yes thanks a lot for the clarification
Do we have to take the ACT too?
if my mile time is 8:00 is that really bad?
For a female , that’s really good actually. My mile was 7:47
If my GPA is 3.9 at the end of my junior year (Regular classes no AP, maybe 2 honors English and Math) and my SAT score is a 1270, no sports all high school, My father, grandfather, other grandfather, both uncles, Step dad, grandmother, and a whole bunch more were in the military (Mostly Marines) I been on NJROTC Drill team 2 years, an eagle scout, the Senior Patrol Leader of the biggest troop in my area, and over 160 hours of community service. I am taking Pre calc over the summer, Chem and physics in senior year do I have any shot to make either the Summer Seminar for USNA or USMA or USAFA. And also do I have a shot at actually getting in?
I am sorry for spiting out my life story im just very interested in this LOL. And really want to get into the summer seminar AND the academy.
Sir am a sri Lankan am a non citizen for us 🇺🇸 am very interested for join us air force I have green card next month I come usa I have diploma in English and international English certificate this is possible to join us air force reply me sir am waiting for your response what are the qualifications required want?
There is an international section on the usafa website, that’s where you should start
When did you turn in your application and when did you get notify about your appointment? Awesome video btw!
I turned in my application late November and received a notification early April
@@dullie2x229 can you still update your application after submitting? Like if you get involve in new clubs as time goes by, can you add to the application?
How many AP/Honors classes should I take?I’m currently a freshman doing none, but planning on taking two honors next year. As well as taking dual enrollment in my local collage this summer.
Honestly, just take all honors. Literally honors is just the same as regular class but a bit more stress. Honestly it’s worth taking honors and if you know you really good at a subject maybe take AP’s either sophomore or junior year
take as many as you can handle , remember .. quality over quantity.
@@dullie2x229 Ok thanks for the advice.
oh man do you think sat can make up for gpa, like i have a 1540 rn without studying gonna aim for 1590/1600 but these last 2 quarters (I’m a junior) have been really rough, probably gotta couple C’s in my APs... have all A/A- freshman and sophomore year tho, but my gpa’s fucked 🥲 might be like 3.3 or something
You’re fine for now , you have a whole year to get it back up. A 3.3 is not terrible, if you’re below a 3.6 you might get a letter for the prep school since your SAT is so high. You’re still pretty competitive!
@@dullie2x229 thank you for the quick reply and advice!!!
How do I get above a 4.0 gpa
it's weighted. So, if you take ap classes you can get above a 4.0
bro, do you have ig? I want to ask you something.
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@@dullie2x229 thanks bro
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Favorite course you take ?
none
Right now, behavioral science.