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Lisa:
My son was just except to the Navy nuclear program, does anyone have any suggestions for him?

metalman40:
Study long and often.

Already Gone:
Study.
Forget the beach, the bars, Disney World, women, and anything not nuclear.
Put in all the study hours they suggest and half as many more.  Even if you flunk out, they keep a record of your study hours and use them in determining your next assignment.  I had friends who were dropped and sent to some really plum duty.  Other friends were sent to places you don't want to think about.  The difference was the recommendation of the class advisor - period!
If you do what that person tells you, try really hard, and ask for help when you need it, there are two possible outcomes - you will pass, or you will fail and get good consideration for your effort.  If you get on the wrong side by doing minimum study, showing apathy, or goofing off, you can only get shafted.
It only lasts for a few months, even a young person can sacrifice having a life for that long.  It is really worth the effort.
Another thing I can say is that if your son is accepted to that program, he is a very inteligent person and there are other opportunities waiting someone like him.  He should vigorously pursue an officer candidate program like NROTC.
Best of fortune to him and you.
Troy - NPS class 8103

HydroDave63:
30 if you like it, 20 if you don't....

capper:
I have to go with the study hard answer.  The school is tuff and many many people struggle to complete it.  But thats the whole point of the program. 

As far as the navy goes....  Well, most of us got out because life is so much better on the outside.  With that said, the Navy was the best thing I ever did for myself.  I received a great education, experience, lived in Hawaii, and met the women of my dreams.  I got a great job, with great money and good benefits. 

Tell him to take it as it comes, stay calm and he will do fine.

Later,
Mike-NPS 9501

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