flyscotsman
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First, sincere thanks to the good people responsible for keeping this forum running, this community is an absolute goldmine of expertise and information for people like me.
I'm currently working toward a double major Political Science/Economics degree, and have had to shake off my interest in an intelligence career for some time, mainly because of the financial realities of paying down my student loans. After doing some research, however, I've come to realize that the Navy really does offer an ideal alternative through the BDCP program, which would enable me to complete my degree with a much, much lower burden and go on to pursue my real interests in an organization I can be proud of.
My question, as I'm waiting to hear back from recruiters and want to go in with some perspective: I know this is a competitive program, and I'd like anyone's feedback on what they think of my background, if they can offer it. I'm now 24, graduated high school by GED five years ago in the 99th% percentile and with a 29 on my ACT. The catch is that I did a stint with University of Phoenix where I struggled a bit (2.1 GPA) due to chaotic and unpredictable workplace obligations (60-hour weeks building websites). Since then, I've moved on to the State University of New York system, where I'm doing much better, with a 3.5. Additionally, I've helped found my school's first Philosophy Club, where I serve as (a very engaged) Secretary. I'm in good health, fit, and can pull in some great recommendation letters from former employers and current professors.
What can I do to make myself as strong an applicant as possible?
I'm currently working toward a double major Political Science/Economics degree, and have had to shake off my interest in an intelligence career for some time, mainly because of the financial realities of paying down my student loans. After doing some research, however, I've come to realize that the Navy really does offer an ideal alternative through the BDCP program, which would enable me to complete my degree with a much, much lower burden and go on to pursue my real interests in an organization I can be proud of.
My question, as I'm waiting to hear back from recruiters and want to go in with some perspective: I know this is a competitive program, and I'd like anyone's feedback on what they think of my background, if they can offer it. I'm now 24, graduated high school by GED five years ago in the 99th% percentile and with a 29 on my ACT. The catch is that I did a stint with University of Phoenix where I struggled a bit (2.1 GPA) due to chaotic and unpredictable workplace obligations (60-hour weeks building websites). Since then, I've moved on to the State University of New York system, where I'm doing much better, with a 3.5. Additionally, I've helped found my school's first Philosophy Club, where I serve as (a very engaged) Secretary. I'm in good health, fit, and can pull in some great recommendation letters from former employers and current professors.
What can I do to make myself as strong an applicant as possible?
, Is brett327 really James Carville?!?! He reminds me of that [FONT=arial,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Smeagol/Golem guy from Lord of The Rings.