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The federal academies and
college ROTC programs place a high value in attracting the well-rounded
student. Three criteria stand out as most important:
√ Past scholarship
ability
√ Leadership
initiatives
√ Noteworthy
accomplishments
In addition to class and
standardized test scores, factors important in predicting success in
college include high school honors, well-written personal statements
(application essay), top references, and serious involvement in both
academic and non-academic pursuits.
Academic Potential:
Motivation to
succeed
Intellectual
curiosity
Perseverance
Technical competency
Motivation to excel
academically
Breadth of interest
Creativity
Passion for learning
Adaptability
Personal Accomplishment:
Community
involvement
Job (fulltime or
part-time)
Entrepreneurship
Expertise
(hobbies/interests)
Organizational
leadership (i.e. student government, youth group leader)
Special talents,
i.e. athletics, music, drama, dance, fine art (literature, photography
painting, sculpture, crafts, etc.), writing, craftsmanship
Personal Attributes:
Ability to relate to
others
Conscientious,
industrious attitude
Integrity
Sensitivity and
compassion
Resourcefulness
Strong physical
vigor and coordination
Sense of humor
Willingness to
conform to imposed demands to perform and achieve
Motivation
Ability to motivate
others and to affect change
Desire to cooperate
Enthusiasm
Leadership
Poise and maturity
Self-assurance
Sense of social
responsibility
Endurance--doggedly
persisting at a job until it is done
Source: Cadet
Candidate Evaluation Board (CCEB) United States Coast Guard Academy (Rev.
Oct. 2002)
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