Thanks for all the reply's. Another question. I applied for SWO/Core and am probably going to be picked up for Core if anything at all. I think we all know Pilot/NFO's have the best jobs in the Navy and if I get picked up for Core, that's still an option to me. Whats the best way (besides getting good grades in college) to get selected for Pilot/NFO in that situation?
I am sure you have heard this answer many of times, "It is all based of the needs of the Navy." Which, in this case, is completely true. One thing you must also realize, if you go core option you are not just competing against other OC's who are graduating that year. You are in the same pool as the NROTC and Naval Academy grads (possibly also the OCS grads, but not entirely sure) on getting those aviation slots. Luckily; however, they do split the numbers* between the Academy and the NROTC units across the nation. So ultimately you end up competing against all the other MIDN at the NROTC's.
Things that will make you more competitive is having a higher GPA. Being involved in your unit and taking leadership roles within your student battalion. Also, how well you do on your PRT can sometimes play a factor. The final thing that I believe will make or break your chances in going CORE to SNA is the ASTB. The higher the scores the better.
Oh and a word of advice, if you happened to do well in physics and calculus and you don't want to do anything associated with the nuclear program, make sure you exclude the nuke options on your "dream sheet" when you service select the beginning of your senior year.
I hope that helped.
