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The United States Service Academies are an elite set of colleges that are a commissioning source for officers in the military. The admissions process is rigorous and competitive but those who get accepted are given world-class education and leadership programs. Tuition is free along with room and board, with graduates only owing five years of service to the country as commissioned officers. To apply, cadets will need to also send an application for a nomination from a congressman, at the same time as their academy application. More information can be found on the academy admissions page.
The United States Military Academy
The United States Military Academy
Established in 1802, the United States Military Academy, also known as West Point, is the oldest service academy, and trains and commissions officers for the US Army.
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The United States Naval Academy
The United States Naval Academy
Established by the Secretary of the Navy, George Bancroft, on October 10, 1845, the historic Naval Academy continues to train and commission officers for the US Navy and the US Marine Corps.
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United States Air Force Academy
United States Air Force Academy
Established on April 1st, 1954, the United States Air Force Academy is the youngest service academy. Regardless, it is an elite academy that trains and commissions cadets for the US Air Force and the US Space Force.
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United States Coast Guard Academy
United States Coast Guard Academy
The United States Coast Guard Academy is located in New London, Connecticut. Smallest of the five service academies, it commissions officers for the US Coast Guard.
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United States Merchant Marine Academy
United States Merchant Marine Academy
Located in Kings Point, New York, the United States Merchant Marine Academy trains midshipmen to commission into the US Merchant Marines or any of the Armed Services.
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Summer Programs
Summer Programs
All of the Academies, except for the United States Merchant Marine Academy, have summer programs for high school students to experience Cadet/Midshipman life, as well as explore the Academy's facilities.
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