my first application was 6/2008, i've been waiting patiently, staying busy, keeping my nose clean. It's a long process just like everyone else has said so far but IT'S WORTH IT. Aviation's my life's dream and I'm coming from a NO MONEY background.
Repeat after me: Square Peg, Square Hole. Square Peg, Square Hole. Square Peg, Square Hole.
I'm a few days off from finding out if I get to go to the interview (PEPC invite) so that should give you an idea of how long it's going to take me start to finish.. 7 months from ap to PEPC invite and add another 2-5 months for OKC start from that point on.
It's a year+ long process. Sell your belongings early and be ready to jet with money in the bank when they call you. Keep you chin up, study hard and GET IN LINE! woooooo!