Military Academy Nominations

This press release from Representative John W. Mannion (D-NY) was published on 2025-01-03 and titled "Military Academy Nominations".

Military Academy Nominations

Military Academy Nominations Image admin Fri, 01/03/2025 - 18:02 Attending a service academy requires a minimum five-year military service commitment upon graduation. Members of Congress may nominate candidates to four academies: West Point (USMA), Annapolis (USNA), Air Force Academy (USAFA), and Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA). The Coast Guard Academy does not require a congressional nomination. Application Deadline: Monday, October 19, 2026 Submit a physical copy of the completed application form to our office by 5:00 PM (EST) Monday, October 19, 2026. Physically bring to our office or mail to: Congressman John Mannion 440 South Warren St. STE 706, Syracuse, NY 13202 Attn: Military Academy Nomination Coordinator Eligibility Requirements (as of July 1st, admission year) U.S. Military Academy (West Point) • Age 17-23 by July 1 of admission year • U.S. citizen or national • Unmarried, not pregnant, no dependents • Resident of NY's 22nd Congressional District • Meet academy medical, physical, and academic standards U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis) • Age 17-23 by July 1 of admission year • U.S. citizen or national • Unmarried, not pregnant, no dependents • Resident of NY's 22nd Congressional District • Meet academy medical, physical, and academic standards U.S. Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs) • Age 17-23 by July 1 of admission year • U.S. citizen or national • Unmarried, not pregnant, no dependents • Resident of NY's 22nd Congressional District • Meet academy medical, physical, and academic standards U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point) • Age 17-25 by July 1 of admission year • U.S. citizen or national • Unmarried, not pregnant, no dependents • Resident of NY's 22nd Congressional District • Meet academy medical, physical, and academic standards Selection Process Nominations use a "whole person" evaluation considering an applicant's academics, extracurriculars, leadership, character, and motivation. Important Notes Apply directly to academies in addition to requesting Rep. Mannion’s nomination. Rep. Mannion's nomination does not guarantee academy selection. Military prep school attendees: include a recommendation letter from your school. For preparatory school admission, you must be no older than 22 by July 1 of the year of admission. Applications containing AI-generated content will be disqualified. The Academies are now accepting the Classical Learning Test (CLT) in placement of ACT/SAT scores. Visit the Military Academy Nominations FAQ for more information. Apply Now Click Here To Fill Out Application Form Deadline: 5:00pm EST, October 19, 2026 Questions? District Office: (315) 233-4333 Email: Meghan.Brogan@mail.house.gov