2011-2012
Compendium

SERVICE ACADEMY - ARMY

    Director of Admissions
    United States Military Academy
    Official Mail and Distribution Center
    646 Swift Road
    West Point, NY  10996-1905
    845-938-4041
    admissions.usma.edu
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    Admission is based on academic performance, demonstrated leadership
    potential, physical fitness and receipt of a congressional or service-
    connected nomination.  Candidates must be between 17 and 23 years of
    age on July 1 of year admitted, U.S. citizen, unmarried with no legal
    obligation to support a child or children, must pass a medical exam
    and fitness assessment.  Tuition, room, board and medical care are at
    no cost; uniforms and books paid by cadets taken from cadet salary of
    over $10,000 per year.  Graduates receive a Bachelor of Science
    degree and a commission in the United States Army.  Graduates serve
    a minimum of five years active duty.