15 SEP2025 SNA/SNFO BOARD

[DarthTator]

Hey everyone. I'm considering submitting a package for this upcoming board. I really want SNA, but I'm unsure my scores are high enough. My recruiter says I should submit a package, but I would love to get others' input.
My package is as follows:
ASTB 1st attempt:
OAR 47
AQR 5
PFAR 6
FOFAR 6

GPA: 3.5
Major: B.S Aerospace Pro Pilot SEL/MEL
flight time 280hrs, CFII
LOR's 5

Don't self eliminate. Apply. If you're worried about anything, start studying for the ASTB again to retake it but you can study and apply with your current scores synonymously. Also, don't put anything on the job sheet you wouldn't take if you don'tget SNA this time. If you would turn down NFO to apply again, only put SNA. Also, if you're physically inclined enough to do so, don't forget about the Marines. Those are my two cents, other opinions may vary 🤷‍♂️.

 

[tennesseevol69]

Hey everyone. I'm considering submitting a package for this upcoming board. I really want SNA, but I'm unsure my scores are high enough. My recruiter says I should submit a package, but I would love to get others' input.
My package is as follows:
ASTB 1st attempt:
OAR 47
AQR 5
PFAR 6
FOFAR 6

GPA: 3.5
Major: B.S Aerospace Pro Pilot SEL/MEL
flight time 280hrs, CFII
LOR's 5

You have 3 chances to take the ASTB and can apply before 32 without an age waiver.

I had 49 6/7/7 and was cautious about taking the ASTB again. I didn’t get selected my first board, then I skipped a board and then I got selected my second time applying. If you take it again and do worse, that is your score. No taking the best super score like an ACT.

do not put NFO as a second option when applying to the board if you really want SNA. The board will most likely pass on you for SNA and give you a slot for NFO with your current scores. You may need to bear down and study a little more to try and get 7’s.

Always submit a package though. “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take”

 

[exNavyOffRec]

You have 3 chances to take the ASTB and can apply before 32 without an age waiver.

I had 49 6/7/7 and was cautious about taking the ASTB again. I didn’t get selected my first board, then I skipped a board and then I got selected my second time applying. If you take it again and do worse, that is your score. No taking the best super score like an ACT.

do not put NFO as a second option when applying to the board if you really want SNA. The board will most likely pass on you for SNA and give you a slot for NFO with your current scores. You may need to bear down and study a little more to try and get 7’s.

Always submit a package though. “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take”

To clarify a person needs to apply with enough time to graduate OCS by age 32 otherwise they will need a waiver, to be safe a person should apply by age 31 and 6 months.

 

[JRDrezzoo]

as im reading through this forum, im kind of confused on what it means if I were to score above 7/7/7. My recruiter said that that is all i need to score to go I-SEL, but if i am going for BDCP, what does that mean for me? Does that mean i do not have to wait for board and instantly start the process of getting into the BDCP program or would that mean that I have to wait until board convenes for them to look over my package still?

 

[Dy1anLR]

would that mean that I have to wait until board convenes for them to look over my package still?

I'm currently in that situation and believe that I do have to wait for the board.

 

[CaiqueB]

as im reading through this forum, im kind of confused on what it means if I were to score above 7/7/7. My recruiter said that that is all i need to score to go I-SEL, but if i am going for BDCP, what does that mean for me? Does that mean i do not have to wait for board and instantly start the process of getting into the BDCP program or would that mean that I have to wait until board convenes for them to look over my package still?

Just as Dylan said you will have to wait for the board in September if you want to get selected for BDCP. However, with I-SEL scores, you will not have to wait for the board once you finish college. Basically, just apply for BDCP, and if you dont get in, just focus on getting I-SEL scores so you can ship out once you finish college. Hope this helps!

 

[benthegaucho]

Took my second ASTB last Monday. Submitting for both SNA and SNFO at the upcoming board.

OAR: 51
AQR: 5
PFAR: 8
FOFAR: 6
LPSS: 80

GPA: 3.26
Major: History

Recruiter seemed optimistic. I'm keeping my fingers crossed. As Tom Petty said, "The waiting is the hardest part."

 

[JRDrezzoo]

Just as Dylan said you will have to wait for the board in September if you want to get selected for BDCP. However, with I-SEL scores, you will not have to wait for the board once you finish college. Basically, just apply for BDCP, and if you dont get in, just focus on getting I-SEL scores so you can ship out once you finish college. Hope this helps!

So if i do not have I-SEL scores then i would have to go up for OCS board after i finish college while in the BDCP program? Im confused I thought that being accepted in BDCP would reserve an OCS slot for when i graduate.

 

[Dy1anLR]

i would have to go up for OCS board after i finish college

No, you become eligible for the board once you have 60 credit hours and you apply during college if doing BDCP. However if for some reason they never accept you during college, you will be eligible for I-SEL when you are out of college.

 

[CaiqueB]

So if i do not have I-SEL scores then i would have to go up for OCS board after i finish college while in the BDCP program? Im confused I thought that being accepted in BDCP would reserve an OCS slot for when i graduate.

The BDCP is basically like applying to a regular board. The only difference being that with BDCP you will be getting E-4 pay while you are in school, if you are selected. There is no commitment to the Navy if you are not selected. I would recommend applying to BDCP if you want to get a head start in your Navy career and have solid scores since it is quite competitive.

 

[elariosa95]

Took my second ASTB last Monday. Submitting for both SNA and SNFO at the upcoming board.

OAR: 51
AQR: 5
PFAR: 8
FOFAR: 6
LPSS: 80

GPA: 3.26
Major: History

Recruiter seemed optimistic. I'm keeping my fingers crossed. As Tom Petty said, "The waiting is the hardest part."

If you REALLY want SNA, put SNA only. If you’re fine with either, just keep what you have. That 8 PFAR looks real good for an SNA slot if I’m being honest

 

[aeroengineer]

Hey everyone. I'm considering submitting a package for this upcoming board. I really want SNA, but I'm unsure my scores are high enough. My recruiter says I should submit a package, but I would love to get others' input.
My package is as follows:
ASTB 1st attempt:
OAR 47
AQR 5
PFAR 6
FOFAR 6

GPA: 3.5
Major: B.S Aerospace Pro Pilot SEL/MEL
flight time 280hrs, CFII
LOR's 5

Nice background. Depends. how many times have you taken the ASTB?
I would just send it for this coming board. Worst case, retake after and try again.

Make them tell you NO

 

[MikeyFord]

Nice background. Depends. how many times have you taken the ASTB?
I would just send it for this coming board. Worst case, retake after and try again.

Make them tell you NO

I’ve taken it once. I’m studying hard right now. If I’m feeling confident enough, I’ll take it one more time before the August deadline. Regardless, I will be sending in my application.

 

[PizzaKebab]

Applying for SNFO. Only took the ASTB once. I scored lower than I expected on my OAR but higher than expected on everything else. Do I have a good chance of getting SNFO with these scores?

OAR: 48
AQR: 6
PFAR: 8
FOFAR: 6

GPA: 4.0
Major: BBA Information Systems
Minor: Leadership

 

[CarterL]

Applying for SNFO. Only took the ASTB once. I scored lower than I expected on my OAR but higher than expected on everything else. Do I have a good chance of getting SNFO with these scores?

OAR: 48
AQR: 6
PFAR: 8
FOFAR: 6

GPA: 4.0
Major: BBA Information Systems
Minor: Leadership

Pretty sure these are “ immediate selection” scores for SNFO. You’re good