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You did better than I did on the OAR (I had a 57)and I got in. I had a PFAR of 6 and a AQR of 7. I don't think they look at the bio scores anymore. Good luck!

Thanks a ton yall. Have faith and you'll end up wherever you're supposed to be.

The professional recommendation is what you get when the selection board says this: "Your application is good. If you send us your PRT, EPSQ, and MEPS report and you pass them all we will let you be in the Navy (or Marines I guess - don't know how their process works). The professional...

This didn't happen to me... but my recruiter told me that they need a good reason to give you a pro rec and nonselect. Something that comes up in your medical exam or background check. Also if you fail the PRT.

Yes - get a 3.5 gpa for 2 semesters in a row or refer someone to the program. If you refer someone they have to be accepted for you to get the promotion. From my understanding you can be promoted from the standard E-3 to the maximum of E-5. Someone else posted somewhere that you can go up to...

I had to go back and edit this post--- After reading the article I'd have to say that the F-14 seems to have the upper hand in some pretty important categories. I wonder what the future holds for such a powerful machine as the Tomcat? Maybe retirement from service isn't such a good idea...

they hold it for a bit on the test i took the lights were really small but really bright

call it what you want - BDCP as SNA THANKS!

Just swore in for BDCP SNA today... 21 years old Male Zero flight time when I applied (have some now) ASTB OAR 57 AQR 7 PFAR 6... I missed about 1/2 of the spatial apperception questions. Finance Major at Texas A&M University, 3.3 GPA Long work history in both HS and college HS Football...

Hey yall, I finally got the word and everything is official now! I swore in this afternoon for BDCP SNA with a class date of 2 OCTOBER 2004 (if I don't get rolled back). I just wanted everyone to know that they're still selecting - don't give up. I'll post my stuff on the stats and scores...

I did the same thing at MEPS and found both tests to be really simple. Obviously though, I am not colorblind. If you can tell the difference between red and green traffic lights then you should be just fine.

Good question...

If you're interested in something technical then go for it. I would not try to get a technical degree just to boost your application though, study something you're interested in. I've made the first cut in the application process for SNA with a degree in Finance. If you're interested in what...

twice??? what happened the first time?

There's plenty of info on this forum about BDCP. The short version: get paid a lot to go to school and stay in shape. You're on contract so you have a committment even if you bail out of OCS.

ditto - they're REALLY hard to get into from what i've heard.

I think I saw somewhere that SNA is 1395. I kinda pulled that out of nowhere so I might be way off. It just sounded familiar. feo- If you're going through a recruiter then he/she will know just how to send your package. My recruiter has taken great care of me throughout the whole...

I've been professionally recommended with a 3.3 or so. I'm still waiting on the official selection... If you rock on the ASTB and have a strong package overall I think you stand a good chance. The BEST source for good information will be your recruiter. He/she will know what they are calling...

Good luck man. Be patient or you will just drive yourself crazy. I turned in my first set of documents at the end of March. I've professionally recommended (under the new application process) and am still waiting on the official selection. It takes a while.

you hoping for direct accession or bdcp?

Wednesday... but I'm sure you know that military planes are in all the time. Let me know if you're gonna be back soon.

I don't know why I never thought of this earlier... Yesterday as I watched a T-45 scream down runway 16 and fade away into the sky above Easterwood Field I decided that I'd like to talk to a real-live SNA about a few things. Since you guys are here all the time I thought I'd see if anyone...

My recruiter told me that SNA spots are closed for direct accession in fiscal year 2004. However, BDCP spots are still open because most (maybe all) applicants at this point would fall into FY 2005 or beyond. So if you're applying for direct accession and don't mind rolling to FY 2005 then I...

I'm only posting what I've read elsewhere on the forum, but take it for what it's worth. I have heard (read) that making the transition from SNFO to SNA is much easier if you can do it BEFORE or during OCS. I think the Navy would be unlikely to give you a new designator after they've spent the...

I agree... 50 is minimally competitive right now for aviation. If your GPA is any indication of your intelligence you will definitely be able hit the 50 mark. I'd think that you are capable of more like 65 or 70. Study the available materials on this site (especially the Marine practice test)...

FLYINAG-- CHECK YOUR EMAIL OR PM BOX

If you're BDCP you get paid from the date you swear in. I got this info straight from my recruiter. No lie.

I have absolutely NO interest in the airlines right now. I figure it'd be smart to keep my options open in case I change my mind later. Going with helos sounds like fun though. I wish there were more helo jobs in the civilian world that pay as well as the fixed wing jobs. Oh well, I've got...

46 I'm definitely not in the market for a rice burner. I've been looking at HD a lot and here recently have taken a liking to the new Victory Vegas model. Any words of wisdom? Also, on a totally separate note: I have no earthly idea what airframe I would choose (given the unlikely...

It's a circle divided up into 360 degrees. Look at a compass (go to WalMart if you don't have one) and everything will make sense. N is 0 degrees E is 90 S is 180 W is 270 Turning right from 90 means you're adding 90+30=120. Left from 020 means you go back 20 degrees to 0 and then 25 more...

So how does the OMSC thing work? Obviously you'd have to take delivery after you're back on dry land. If everything so cheap why doesn't everyone buy from them? Thanks for the tip. Got a bike?

Hey yall, I got an email that's a lot like the first post. It's way long or I'd just post it... It talks a lot about the general state of mind of the two major parties. It's definitely pro-republican. Email me if you want a copy of it. It's really pretty good.

I can tell that my weekends might be a little too fuzzy to remember... "No, I'm placing YOU under arrest!" as I am escorted to the squad car in handcuffs- Seriously though thanks for the tips yall. I'll probably stick it out with the truck I've got now and wait to buy my ensignmobile until...

I'm in exactly the same situation... Professionally recommended for SNA but not yet officially selected. Can't swear in or get paid until after the official selection. I don't know what they're waiting on at CNRC because they've had ALL of my paperwork for a while now. I was pro-rec'd 8 weeks...

I went to MEPS and went through a run-of-the-mill physical. The only thing I had to do extra involved more vision tests. Definitely no rectal exam... Did I miss something?

This post is a little bit like the other two about buying cars... Here's the deal: I've been pro rec'd for BDCP and anticipate getting paid soon. The extra money would make it really easy for me to buy a new vehicle if that's what I decide to do with it. I've been seriously considering...

Hey - I'm in the same situation as you. I got pro rec'd recently (the last week or two of April) and haven't heard anything else yet. I'm done with PRT and EPSQ... simply waiting for my paperwork to push through so I can swear in (and start getting paid.) My recruiter said the same thing-...

Anyone else got some info on how long it takes?

Hey yall- it's been a while since I had internet access and I've got some news... After 8 weeks of waiting I finally got word back that I've been professionally recommended! It can happen to you too, just keep the faith. Anyway, here's my question: How long should I expect to have to wait...

My app (going for SNA BDCP) has been in Millington for 7 weeks as of tomorrow. Waiting sucks, no matter what platform you're shooting for. BEN

Anyone ever shoot a Kimber? I've got a Kimber Eclipse II .45 target model. This is one sweet gun and I would recommend it to anyone who's thinking of buying... It's been my experience that in the world of firearms you get what you pay for. Don't sacrifice quality on equipment that could...

As you have guessed, the best preparation you can do for the ASTB is to know the Marine Study Guide and practice test. Know why each correct answer is correct and you will do well on the test. Some questions are on the real test are THE SAME QUESTIONS found in the practice test. Also, the...

Yeah, I have the same ringing sound. It's not bad when there's something to drown it out. It's really annoying though anytime I am a totally silent environment. I was concerned that during a hearing test I would not be able to distinguish between the ringing sound and a test sound at the same...

I was wondering the same thing. I'd guess that it is good to give yourself one or two days per week that you rest. If you take two days rest it would probably be good to space them out. Just my .02. BEN

Does anyone know where I can find all of the physical qualifications for SNA? Obviously vision requirements are the most talked about, but I would like to know ALL of the things they will test me for as well as the required results to avoid NPQ. I looked around on the NOMI website and didn't...

Thanks for the info. Hopefully I'm worrying myself for nothing and my hearing will turn out fine. If not, I'd bet it's the higher frequencies that would give me trouble.

Thanks. Anyone know what the requirements are?

Call me stupid, but is it NAMI or NOMI? And what exactly do those letters stand for?

I'm waiting on hearing back from the board... hoping to soon be an SNA candidate. Here's my question: when you're tested at MEPS/NAMI do they test your hearing? I may have lost some of my hearing ability due to too much gunfire without hearing protection. I'd like to know whether this may...

I was told two weeks as well. I was pretty surprised (expected more like 2 months at the earliest) but my office has told me more than once to expect an answer soon. PRT ect comes after professional recommendation/rejection. I'm not sure why the process has changed.