youngshark
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First time I took the ASTB-e I got 52/5/6/5. Took it again and got 53/6/8/8. I have a 3.34 GPA. How are we looking for aviator selection (BDCP)?
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StrotherBrown
Hopeful SNA
Went to MEPS and the plate test for the color vision threw me for a whirl. Turns out I have a mild red-green deficiency after going to the optometrist to learn more about what I have going on. I heard there was an alternative test besides the plate test with the numbers in the middle. I was wondering if any of you guys have any experience with that test and what it was like?
Lightning2
New Member
Have to go next week, how many plates did you do and how many did you fail?
I just got selected on the May board for BDCP, my first application, first score.
I scored a 41 4/6/5 with a 3.01 GPA in Info Science and Technology. I was surprised to be honest I was prepping to take it again but got in. Depends on the board but I think you would be good.
What designator were you going for?
I got SNA
CoMa
Active Member
I had similar scores and GPA as you (53 6/8/7 3.3 GPA) and got selected for SNA BDCP. As stated already, it truly just depends on the board and the number of submitted packets.
StrotherBrown
Hopeful SNA
I think I got 8/14 if i remember correctly.
Hey man. I spent 3 years in optometry school, so I have some experience with these tests. When we learned about color blind testing, the step up from the Ishihara plates, which is probably what they tested you on, would most likely be the Farnsworth 100, though it sometimes will miss mild deficiencies. In the Farnsworth, you will have four rows of round caps or squares that gradually change in hue from one color to another. They will mix up the caps within each row so that they are out of order, then it is your job to sort them into the correct order. If you wanted to give it a try before taking the test for real, this website should give you an idea of how the test works. I've also attached an instruction manual for administering and scoring the test, so you can understand it a little more if you'd like. Realistically, knowing about how the test works will probably not affect your performance on it since it is randomly sorted and it relies entirely on your innate ability to differentiate between colors. Just try to stay calm and do the best you can.
If you haven't already, I would definitely discuss with your recruiter to see if they are familiar with the tests and documentation you would need to get it reconsidered.
Best of luck brother!
P.S. If you or anyone else who sees this has any vision or optometry related questions, feel free to message me, and I'll help out however I can.