How is the acceptance rate for this year? My package will be sent out between September and October I think
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Hello all, i recently scored a 6/9/7 on my ASTB, but scored a 46 on my OAR so I am planning to retake to qualify for BDCP I-SEL. My main concern is bringing up my AQR. Does anyone know the specifics on what exactly goes into my AQR? Is it simply a representation of my OAR?
This was answered in another post, hope this helps!
inverted_penguin
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Hello, first time posting here - I took it on a bit of a whim as I'm soon to start a new job and wanted to get a take in before. Went 60 6/5/7 with a few hours of cramming. ANIT and PBM killed me. Literally got like 50% raw score on the UAV portion and some of the ones I got right I took over 30 seconds.
Also have a 3.8 with a B.S. in accounting, seems like Im on the low end for being competitive for SNA in terms of test scores but high end in terms of GPA. Not sure if Im going for a re-take yet because a) not sure if I'll be medically clear for aviation anyways and b) I'm not committed to flying yet as I'm also kind of drawn to SWO and the idea of driving a ship. Right now I look at it like, if the Navy lets me fly I'll fly.
One question, does the board put any weight on professional certifications, or further education, or is it strictly GPA? I dont have a masters but I am a CPA and I wonder if that would make a difference for SNA.
Also have a 3.8 with a B.S. in accounting, seems like Im on the low end for being competitive for SNA in terms of test scores but high end in terms of GPA. Not sure if Im going for a re-take yet because a) not sure if I'll be medically clear for aviation anyways and b) I'm not committed to flying yet as I'm also kind of drawn to SWO and the idea of driving a ship. Right now I look at it like, if the Navy lets me fly I'll fly.
One question, does the board put any weight on professional certifications, or further education, or is it strictly GPA? I dont have a masters but I am a CPA and I wonder if that would make a difference for SNA.
FormerRecruitingGuru
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No. It's mainly ASTB scores.
Pinpenguin
New Member
Hi guys, I just took the test today and I got a 48 5/7/6. I am a business major with a 3.08 GPA and graduate later in December.
Honestly, the hardest part was probably the math for me. I did not adequately prepare for it as I thought I did (I focus too much on the mechanical and aviation part that forgot about mainly studying math). I got a lot of work problems with probability and geometry, and one taxing problem one working problem and basic algebra like exponents and long factoring.
I didn’t really study for the English part, but I did have to reread a couple times which really wasted a lot of time and I had to rush at the very end.
The mechanical section was really easy. I’m pretty sure I only got two wrong but it’s just basic high school physics. I used Gomez’s drive and the ASTB app for it.
For the ANIT I feel like I did really well in this part but I did miss two questions. I used the ASTB app to study mainly and watch some videos online for the history part.
For the NATFI I got a 61. I felt like a horrible person taking this survey and honestly don’t know if I did well in it or not.
For the PBM, the ASTB app and buying the Logitech X52 really helped me out and was a great investment. I wish I got it earlier to practice more but due to circumstances, I was only able to get it the week of the test.
My recruiter said this is a good competitive score but honestly, I don’t know if I should retake it or not. What do you guys think?
Honestly, the hardest part was probably the math for me. I did not adequately prepare for it as I thought I did (I focus too much on the mechanical and aviation part that forgot about mainly studying math). I got a lot of work problems with probability and geometry, and one taxing problem one working problem and basic algebra like exponents and long factoring.
I didn’t really study for the English part, but I did have to reread a couple times which really wasted a lot of time and I had to rush at the very end.
The mechanical section was really easy. I’m pretty sure I only got two wrong but it’s just basic high school physics. I used Gomez’s drive and the ASTB app for it.
For the ANIT I feel like I did really well in this part but I did miss two questions. I used the ASTB app to study mainly and watch some videos online for the history part.
For the NATFI I got a 61. I felt like a horrible person taking this survey and honestly don’t know if I did well in it or not.
For the PBM, the ASTB app and buying the Logitech X52 really helped me out and was a great investment. I wish I got it earlier to practice more but due to circumstances, I was only able to get it the week of the test.
My recruiter said this is a good competitive score but honestly, I don’t know if I should retake it or not. What do you guys think?
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I believe the next board application due date will be around Sept. If I were you, I would study my ass off for a month and retake a week before the application due date. A month should be plenty of time to get some good studying in and get some pretty high scores. If you think that you won't be able to get a better score, just wait and keep studying. Also, the NATFI doesn't affect your score, so don't worry about that.
Pinpenguin
New Member
Gotta tysm!!! If for some reason I don’t make the deadline for the Sept board when will the next one be?
pretty sure this is the most recently updated board schedule
Pinpenguin
New Member
Bet u guys r amazing I’m going to really lock in for these next few weeks!!!
Second attempt: 53 7/8/6
First attempt was a 45 5/6/6 (more on this later)
I am applying for SNA with MEPS tomorrow.
OAR: 53
AQR: 7
PFAR: 8
FOFAR: 6
Age: 22 - Male
GPA: 3.21
Degree: BS Aeronautical Science
Flight Hours: 250 (Private through CFII)
While my family has been enlisted Army for the past 4 generations I am a first generation pilot. I used the ASTB app for the performance and the google drives (Gomez mainly) for math and mechanical.
After my first attempt I scheduled a meeting with Lou through the ASTB app and he was amazing. It is a $100 flat fee and he meets with you for as long as you need. He does not tutor as in teach you how to do the questions, but gives you study strategies and test taking tips. If you are needing any guidance on how the process from ASTB through your entire Navy career it is worth the money.
Math: Gave me a lot of algebra and probability with a little geometry with cubes. The Gomez drive is 1:1 of the test so if you can do with worksheets you will be fine. Take your time but don't overthink it. This math is a lot simpler than it looks.
Reading: My only tip is to stay focused and write down what the test is asking. It will not say "Which is the most correct" on every question. As stupid as it sounds on my first attempt I forgot what I was looking for on the question bank.
Mechanical: Gomez drive will get you through this. No math was needed it was all theory (If I pull a yo-yo string this way which way does the yo-yo move). Understand pulleys and Bernoulli.
ANIT: I have been flying for 4 years and I am a licensed flight instructor and tutor private/commercial students. If flying is new to you drill this hard. I was asked about left turning tendencies, air pressure in relation to altitude, and aerodynamics. The boat stuff was easy just do the cram flashcards.
PBM: Buy a mouse if you do not have it. Buy the X-52. My first attempt not having the x-52 I used an i-pad. Met with Lou and he said get serious and buy the equipment. Took it again and got an 8. Practice like its a sport, 30 minutes every night.
Treat it like lifting weights and shoot the sh*t:
2 minutes of throttle
2 minutes of joystick
2 minutes of combo
-add dichotic and emergency when your score is in the green-
4 minute tik tok break
Repeat 3x
If you buy an x-52 with the ASTB app I promise you a 7 or higher
General tips: THIS TEST IS ADAPTIVE. Meaning it will find your strengths and weaknesses. My flight experience means I got few airplane questions, but that does not mean anyone should read my post and go "Gee he got no airplane questions so I should be ok". Once the test knows you have a weakness it will ask you about 2 or 3 more times before it kicks you out and gives you a bad score.
USE THIS THREAD FOR STUDY MATERIAL.
Comparison is the thief of joy and will kill your confidence since one guy said he got a 9/9/9 no problem.
I will be applying to the next board (which is when?) as soon as my MEPS goes well.
Stay f-ing hard and don't let them out work you,
First attempt was a 45 5/6/6 (more on this later)
I am applying for SNA with MEPS tomorrow.
OAR: 53
AQR: 7
PFAR: 8
FOFAR: 6
Age: 22 - Male
GPA: 3.21
Degree: BS Aeronautical Science
Flight Hours: 250 (Private through CFII)
While my family has been enlisted Army for the past 4 generations I am a first generation pilot. I used the ASTB app for the performance and the google drives (Gomez mainly) for math and mechanical.
After my first attempt I scheduled a meeting with Lou through the ASTB app and he was amazing. It is a $100 flat fee and he meets with you for as long as you need. He does not tutor as in teach you how to do the questions, but gives you study strategies and test taking tips. If you are needing any guidance on how the process from ASTB through your entire Navy career it is worth the money.
Math: Gave me a lot of algebra and probability with a little geometry with cubes. The Gomez drive is 1:1 of the test so if you can do with worksheets you will be fine. Take your time but don't overthink it. This math is a lot simpler than it looks.
Reading: My only tip is to stay focused and write down what the test is asking. It will not say "Which is the most correct" on every question. As stupid as it sounds on my first attempt I forgot what I was looking for on the question bank.
Mechanical: Gomez drive will get you through this. No math was needed it was all theory (If I pull a yo-yo string this way which way does the yo-yo move). Understand pulleys and Bernoulli.
ANIT: I have been flying for 4 years and I am a licensed flight instructor and tutor private/commercial students. If flying is new to you drill this hard. I was asked about left turning tendencies, air pressure in relation to altitude, and aerodynamics. The boat stuff was easy just do the cram flashcards.
PBM: Buy a mouse if you do not have it. Buy the X-52. My first attempt not having the x-52 I used an i-pad. Met with Lou and he said get serious and buy the equipment. Took it again and got an 8. Practice like its a sport, 30 minutes every night.
Treat it like lifting weights and shoot the sh*t:
2 minutes of throttle
2 minutes of joystick
2 minutes of combo
-add dichotic and emergency when your score is in the green-
4 minute tik tok break
Repeat 3x
If you buy an x-52 with the ASTB app I promise you a 7 or higher
General tips: THIS TEST IS ADAPTIVE. Meaning it will find your strengths and weaknesses. My flight experience means I got few airplane questions, but that does not mean anyone should read my post and go "Gee he got no airplane questions so I should be ok". Once the test knows you have a weakness it will ask you about 2 or 3 more times before it kicks you out and gives you a bad score.
USE THIS THREAD FOR STUDY MATERIAL.
Comparison is the thief of joy and will kill your confidence since one guy said he got a 9/9/9 no problem.
I will be applying to the next board (which is when?) as soon as my MEPS goes well.
Stay f-ing hard and don't let them out work you,