Rejection from West Point, the Naval Academy, the Air Force Academy or any U.S. service academy can feel devastating—but it doesn’t have to be the end. In this powerful episode of Academy and ROTC Insiders, Trisha and Lieutenant Colonel Kirkland walk you through exactly what to do after receiving a "thin white envelope" (TWE) and how to reapply with confidence and a stronger application.
📌 In This Episode, You'll Learn:

Why rejection isn’t failure—and how 25-35% of academy appointees are reapplicants
Common reasons candidates are turned down (SAT/ACT scores, nominations, fitness scores, etc.)
Real strategies to improve your Whole Candidate Score and stand out
How to use ROTC as a powerful reapplication pathway
What NOT to do when you join an ROTC unit H
ow to build your freshman college curriculum to mirror academy rigor
The mindset shift that sets successful reapplicants apart

🎯 Whether you're a first-time applicant or planning your reapplication strategy, this episode is packed with expert insights to help you bounce back stronger and earn your commission.
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