At 37, you’d only need a one year waiver.
I can offer some advice on the age issue.
Make an appointment with your Congressional Representative and U.S. Senator’s office. Take with you your DD214, your education transcripts, and get at least 3 (5 is better) personal recommendations from community leaders, in business and/or public servants. Bring also any and all documents, such as awards, commendations, Community Service Recognitions, etc. you may have.
Make your case for a very strongly worded recommendation for any waiver that’s needed, and the Representative/Senator’s personal recommendation for appointment by Congress.
Chances are the reps’ staff have worked with Military recruiters before, and may even know one or two that they prefer to work with, maybe even make some calls on your behalf.
Remember, you add the number of years of active duty, 4, to the current maximum age allowed. i.e. 32+4=36. (depends on Military specialty applying for).
I’ll look into your suggestion. Unfortunately, I don’t have that many acquaintances that are community leaders or public servants. I do know a couple of business leaders, and I will try to get in touch with them. Since I’m in Texas, hopefully my representatives, being (R), will favor the military, and their offices will be more amenable to helping.