Episodes
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Sea Cadets: Build an ROTC Leadership Profile
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Monday Mar 04, 2024
In today's episode, we cover a great way to develop military propensity and discipline - Danielle Stolz and Patrick Nasdeo, both leaders within the Sea Cadets program join us to talk about the opportunities for young Sea Cadets in the middle school and high school programs.
If you are interested in joining Sea Cadets, you can find a unit near you here: https://magellan.seacadets.org/referral.aspx
Best of luck in your Service Academy and ROTC scholarship journey!
Monday Feb 19, 2024
Monday Feb 19, 2024
In today's show, we welcome Colonel Joseph Forester, a retired Air Force veteran and allergist, to discuss allergies and DoDMERB disqualifications.
You can read the Department of Defense Instruction 6130.03 (or DoDI6130.03) here: https://www.gainserviceacademyadmission.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/613003_vol1.pdf
We also discuss the DoDMERB waiver process more in depth in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qS3T6kVyLqQ&
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Improving your SAT Math with Vinny Madera
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Today we sit down with Vinny Madera, a renowned SAT tutor with a track record of helping students significantly boost their SAT scores. Dive deep into the world of SAT math as Vinny shares tips, strategies, and insights to conquer this critical section of the test. Whether you're just starting your SAT journey or looking for those extra points to push your score higher, this episode is a must-listen!
Connect with Vinny Madera for personalized SAT tutoring**: https://testprepwizards.com/
Thinking about ROTC scholarships? We've got you covered! Learn more about the benefits and requirements here: https://rotcconsulting.com/chances-of...
Thursday Aug 10, 2023
Thursday Aug 10, 2023
Learn strategies to tackle the calculator portion of the ACT
Friday Jun 23, 2023
Do the SAT & ACT Still Matter for ROTC Scholarships?
Friday Jun 23, 2023
Friday Jun 23, 2023
In this episode, we tackle the question of how important standardized testing is for ROTC scholarship applicants, along with Service Academy applicants.
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
The SAT versus the ACT
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
In this episode, we break down the differences between the SAT and ACT and discuss how they impact your ROTC scholarship.
Monday Feb 27, 2023
How to Prepare for an ROTC Scholarship as a 9th or 10th Grader
Monday Feb 27, 2023
Monday Feb 27, 2023
By studying hard, joining sports teams, participating in scouting programs or other local clubs, volunteering in community service, and reflecting on ethical issues, students can demonstrate their potential to become responsible and empathetic leaders who are committed to serving their country.
In this episode, the hosts discuss how to best do this.
Below is the link for our new 9th and 10th Grade subscription-based Military Officer Coaching Course which will launch on March 6, 2023. We will have new videos available each week.
ROTC - https://bit.ly/ROTCReady
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
The Whole Person Concept
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
The Whole Person Concept is a holistic approach to evaluating candidates for ROTC scholarships. It means that scholarship boards take into consideration not just a candidate’s academic achievements and physical abilities, but also their character, leadership potential, and overall fit for military service. In this episode, the hosts discuss this concept in more detail.
Tuesday Oct 04, 2022
DODMERB Disqualification and the Waiver Process
Tuesday Oct 04, 2022
Tuesday Oct 04, 2022
One of the more stressful aspects of qualifying for a ROTC Scholarship or Service Academy appointment is clearing the medical qualification process. In this episode, we talk about why candidates are disqualified from DODMERB and the steps you can take to obtain a waiver.
DODMERB Medical History Survey Questions
DOD Instruction 6130.03. Medical Standards for Military Service
Tuesday May 31, 2022
Lessons Learned from Application Year 2021-2022
Tuesday May 31, 2022
Tuesday May 31, 2022
LTC Kirkland talks about the lessons he learned from guiding ROTC scholarship candidates through their applications over the past year (2021-2022).