I would imagine it would be fairly easy to get on. Besides, the WANT you to be flying while you're waiting for API dates...more familiarization before get into the program. For me, I don't think I can do it since I've been flying already on my own...but I may lie and say no experience just so I can keep flying!
Point being, I know your frustration. These fag aviators come in and complain because they are forced to do the one thing that we are all dying to do. Believe me, if they'd give up their spot, I'd take it in a heartbeat. I love flying and will continue to do it on my own if the Navy won't pay for it. Its well worth it. You should be okay though, if you don't have any prior flight experience...meaning logged hours. But if you do and for some reason they don't let you, go ahead and invest in your private license...you'll be glad you did. And, being in FL, there are PLENTY of good flight schools to choose from that will give you good prices and excellent instruction.
Let me know how it goes with it and whether or not they'll give you IFS.