ACTA NON VERBA – ACTION NOT WORDS

“Acta non Verba”- Action not Words, is the motto of the United States Merchant Marine Academy.

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Every Effort Matters

Folks, it’s getting more competitive each year.

Take the SAT as an example…

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The Academies And SAT/ACT Scores

Research from the Brookings Institution has criticized the SAT as favoring the economically advantaged.

Even worse, the report has shown some SAT questions are racially inequitable. This research has pushed many colleges to consider “test-optional” policies.

So, how does this relate to the Service Academies?

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FUN FACT: Why Do Cadets Wear Gray Uniforms?

Have you ever wondered why cadets wear gray uniforms when army uniforms were originally indigo blue?

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BUILD YOUR RESUME, BUILD YOUR FUTURE

Build your resume, then get it all into the Candidate Activities Record (or, “Extracurricular Activities” section).

We mentioned last week that many applicants forget to include all their extracurricular activities.

Here’s a best practice to ensure you maximize your points on the extracurricular section.

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