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There is no "one way" or "best way" to get to the 18A designator.
There have been / are many outstanding SF Officers who assessed from all the branches. The 25 meter target (that is something you'll hear ALOT) is to do exceptionally well at what is in front of you now. Your son needs to focus on doing as well as possible in his studies and ROTC. Focus on dean's list academic performance and learning and leading as much as possible in ROTC. Earn schools -- especially Airborne and Air Assault while a student. Get in the habit of being very physically fit. Do better then great at ROTC Summer Camp. Get Commissioned.
As a Second Lieutenant he should master his craft regardless of his assigned branch. Ranger School following his Basic Course is a good time to do that.
His opportunity to try for SF comes around his 4th -6th year of service. don't miss the window.
SF is at best a 250 target now. Your son should be 'situationally aware' it's out there but it is what he has to to do for the near future that counts.
Also, no dig, but if he wants it, he needs to get it. You can't get it for him, Dad. He can join and read . . . that will keep him busy for the next 4 years. Good luck to him.
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