Thank you for all of the responses. Much appreciated.

The 201st is having a UPT board, so it is possible for a non-prior service, low time PPL applicant like myself to get picked up. I'm hoping that my presence in the DC area as a student and desire to stay in the area, plus other whole person items like test scores, leadership, athletics, and community involvement will help make up for any lack of flight time and ratings.

I believe I am going to push forward with the application. What I have heard here only reinforces what others have told me about Guard vs Active Duty. I have yet to speak to a single individual who has had anything bad to say about the Guard. And when looking at long term goals, I think the ANG route fits well with what I want to do (airline career).

I will of course continue with my AD package as well because I know the competitiveness of the Guard and that my acceptance is no where near a guarantee.

Thank you again for the advice, and I'll be sure to check back in if I have any more questions.