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About Bill Taylor
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I can answer questions about admissions to West Point; about the history of West Point; about how to travel to West Point, where to eat, where to stay, etc.; and about West Point`s alumni organization, the West Point Association of Graduates.
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I am a 1970 Graduate of West Point. I served six years on active duty and another 8 years in the active reserve. I have been actively involved as a Field Admissions Representative for over 15 years and have participated on my Congressman's Academy Selection Panel for over 20 years. I am actively involved in West Point Alumni affairs, serving in roles both with the West Point Association of Graduates and the local alumni chapter in Annapolis, MD. I also have two sons who graduated from West Point in 1995 and 2001. Both are veterans of the Iraq war and continue to serve on Active Duty in the Army.
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Expert: Bill Taylor - 10/24/2009
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Dear Mr. Taylor,
I am a senior in high school and have started my application to West Point. I am currently being home schooled. Do you think that will help or hurt my application? I am not a stereotypical home schooler: I have a social life :).
I have a 3.9 GPA and have taken a lot of advanced courses. I got a 5 on the AP Physics test and have taken a lot of college classes. I am currently taking Calc I, Honors Intermediate Spanish, Speech, and American History, all at the college level. By the time I graduate I will have 53 college credits not including AP credits. I am also on the Math Team (1st in state 3 years). I took the SAT and ACT last year and got a 1990 (math-760, CR – 590) and 27 respectively. I just retook both tests and hope to get in the 2100-2200 range on the SAT and the mid 30’s on the ACT.
I have not played any sports for a high school since I’m homeschooled. However, I have played baseball for the park district the last 3 years. I have been a captain for an Ultimate Frisbee club for the last 2 years and am athletic but I don’t have that many sports to prove it. Will the fact that I have not played sports for a high school hurt my chances?
I have been a member of my church choir and the DuPage community choir for the last 3 years. I am also a member of the home school band in my area. I have umpired for the park district for the last 5 years.
What do you think my chances are of admission? What do I need to work on? Thanks in advance.
Jason
Answer
It's good to hear from you, Jason. Thanks for your interest in West Point. I apologize for the delayed response as I have been slammed with work and travel.
First off, home schooling for West Point candidates is becoming more frequent with every passing year. That should not hinder your application process, consideration or prospects at all.
As you know, West Point is looking for well rounded young men and women who are good students, good athletes and good leaders. Having a balance in all three areas is important.
Based upon the information provided I would expect you to be a strong candidate for admission. Your academic record seems very solid. Keep at the SAT/ACT and get those verbal scores up as much as you can. In the athletic arena you can receive credit for participation in sports outside of normal high school circles. Simply have your coach write a letter to admissions noting your accomplishments. Your extracurricular activities are also extensive which demonstrates your leadership.
I believe that you will be a strong candidate for admission, Jason. Keep up the good work, performing to the best of your ability in everything you do and you should be a strong candidate for admission in your "senior" year.
Good luck in your quest.
Best Regards,
Bill Taylor
Gambrills, MD
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