Admission to an academy is a competitive two-step process. The first step is to obtain a nomination from an authorized source. The second step is to receive an appointment from the academy. The nomination allows you to compete for the appointment but does not guarantee an appointment.
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ROTC Programs - ROTC Scholarship Programs available at over 1,000 colleges and universities.
Military Careers - A career information resource which describes approximately 200 enlisted and officer careers.
The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) test is for any student interested in the military--full-time, reserves, or National Guard. Contact military recruiters to arrange for the ASVAB test. There is no cost for the test.