Service Academy Nominations
Thank you for your interest in the U.S. Service Academies. As your Senator, I have the privilege each year of nominating my constituents for selection by four service academies: the U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. The U.S. Coast Guard Academy does not require a congressional nomination for appointment. I wish you the best as you pursue your goal of selfless service to our country.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Citizenship/Residence: Be a United States citizen and legal resident of California
- Age: Be at least 17 years old, but not have passed your 23rd birthday by July 1 of the year of admission
- Education: Have a high school education or the equivalent
- Marital Status: Must be unmarried, not pregnant, and without legal obligation to support children or other dependents
- Skill / Fitness: Must meet the medical, physical, and academic requirements of the Academy
- The 2024-2025 application deadline is 10/31/2024. Thank you!
FAQs:
Who can give a nomination to a Service Academy?
Members of Congress may nominate applicants who meet the eligibility requirements established by law. A candidate may seek a nomination from the following:
- A member of the U.S. House of Representatives who represents the congressional district in which the candidate resides.
- Both U.S. Senators from the candidate’s state.
- The Vice-President of the United States.
Are the requirements the same for all service academies?
No. Many of the qualifications are similar, however, each academy operates under its own admission guidelines. Please visit the academy of your choice via the websites noted for each academy’s particular qualifications.