Admissions Coaching
for USAFA, USNA, USMA, USCGA & USMMA
Lt Col C. B. Brechin, USAF, Ret. / / (503) 515-7406
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- Nov 18, 2020
- 1 min
Congratulations Midshipman 1st Class Barber!
Leading the brigade at the US Naval Academy is a big responsibility and a significant honor. Through great resolve, focus and hard work, Sydney Barber will be the new brigade commander for the 2021 spring semester. I want to join all Academy graduates from all of the US service academies in congratulating Sydney on her well deserved promotion. According to the New York Times, Midshipman Barber set her sights on this position as a personal goal. Achieving her aspiration spe
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- Mar 3, 2020
- 6 min
Getting Ready for the Academy Application Process
"No matter your destination (USAFA, USNA, USMA or other), you must prepare for the application process itself."
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- Feb 13, 2020
- 1 min
The Key to Your Success
Self-discipline. It ensures we complete assignments, fulfill commitments and succeed at tasks that we undertake. The Academies see . . ."
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- Jan 9, 2020
- 3 min
The Waiting Game . . . After Your Nomination . . . Before an Academy Appointment
The good news is that you have a nomination. But now you wait! . . . So what should an Academy nominee do during the time from about January until March or April? In short, 'just keep rowing' (or, as Coach P. J. Fleck would tell you, "row the boat"). Between the winter weather and the re-start of school, you have plenty of reasons to be a bit depressed and unsure of what to do as you wait on the 'word' about your potential USAFA, USMA or USNA appointment. 'Just keep rowing'
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- Oct 25, 2019
- 2 min
Am I Too Old to Enter the Academy?
I am asked all the time if college students or enlisted members in the Army, Navy or Air Force are too 'old' to enter the Academy. Typically, the answer is 'no.' Now the gentleman pictured here is too old, but a student or young enlisted member of the service is likely qualified to enter the US Air Force Academy, the US Naval Academy, the US Military Academy or the US Coast Guard Academy. The guideline to the different academies is essentially the same: an entering cadet mus
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- Sep 27, 2019
- 3 min
The LOA – it’s not a guarantee!
"But what does it ‘really’ mean? . . . It is NOT an Academy appointment, but it provides a direct and confident path to one."
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- Jun 23, 2019
- 2 min
Working with a Coach
Working with a 'coach' to focus your efforts as you apply to the Academy can be quite effective. However, like most 'things' in life, you only receive excellent results with excellent effort! So what do I mean? A successful effort with your coach requires you to focus on three keys: preparation, organization and engagement. As we all recognize, the application process for the service academies and ROTC scholarships is extensive requiring 'lots' of electronic paperwork as we
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- Mar 14, 2019
- 2 min
Opportunities & Expectations
At the junction of opportunities and expectations, we must find, train and field a competent military force -- the Service Academies' focus.
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- Sep 14, 2018
- 1 min
The Long Blue Line
"One common trait among them is the preparation each undertook to compete successfully for an USAF Academy appointment . . ."
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- Jun 3, 2017
- 1 min
Class of 2017! Wow!
"This group worked, studied and excelled in a one-of-a-kind program intended to produce first-rate leaders for the United States Air Force."
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- May 21, 2017
- 1 min
From Cadet to Secretary of the Air Force!
"Congratulations to my classmate, Heather Wilson, . . ."
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- Apr 12, 2017
- 1 min
Want to be an Astronaut?
"Ron Sega, now Major General Sega, retired, is an Air Force Academy graduate and a NASA flight program alumnus . . ."
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- May 28, 2016
- 1 min
Congratulations Class of 2016!
Cadets at the U.S. Naval Academy graduated today. USCGA cadets graduated on May 18th and USMA graduated on May 21. Air Force cadets will graduate next week on June 1. And finally, USMMA cadets will graduate on June 18. All have worked very hard over the last four years, and they should be proud of their accomplishments. But the true focus of this hard work is beginning. Graduates will head to new assignments. Some will enter training for a specialization. Others will go to
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- Feb 23, 2016
- 1 min
Forbes 2016 Top Colleges: USAFA, USMA & USNA
Forbes just published the Top College List for each state. For Colorado, it is the US Air Force Academy. For Maryland, it is the US Naval Academy. And for New York, it is the US Military Academy. What a trifecta! If you are interested in attending one of the service academies and kicking-off a successful career, then reach out to me. Let's discuss the path and the plan for you to attend the top college in the state! http://www.forbes.com/sites/carolinehoward/2016/02/22/th
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- Feb 13, 2016
- 1 min
100th Night at USAFA!
The Firsties at USAFA celebrated 100 nights before graduation on February 11. It is an opportunity for the first-class cadets to join with the Legacy Class and celebrate 100 days to graduation and commission as second lieutenants. The seniors will typically receive their base assignments and are given time-off for the weekend to celebrate. In the mean time, many of the Firsties will find that their rooms have undergone some ‘re-decoration’ courtesy of the Class of 2019! #ca
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LTC Brechin, USAF, Ret.
- Feb 13, 2016
- 1 min
Summer Visit & Kick-off Your Application!
Academy ‘Summer Seminars’ are hosted at USMA, USNA and USAFA each summer. They are ideal routes to start the Academy admissions application process early. All require that you have completed your junior year of high school. Army – Now called Summer Leaders Experience. SLE is held in two sessions: May 28 – Jun 3 and Jun 4 – Jun 10. On-line application is available now and must be completed by March 30. Tuition is about $400. Navy – Three six-day sessions held over the firs
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