WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senator Dave McCormick (R-Pennsylvania) has announced that the application portal for Pennsylvanians seeking his nomination to one of the four U.S. service academies will open on April 7, 2025.
To be eligible for appointment to the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, or U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, candidates must secure a nomination from an authorized source, such as a member of Congress, in addition to submitting their application directly to the academy of their choice. The U.S. Coast Guard Academy operates independently of the congressional nomination process.
“As a combat veteran and a West Point graduate, I know how critical the Academy nomination process is to ensure our service academy cohorts are exceptional and battle-ready,” Senator McCormick said. “It is an extraordinary honor to be accepted to a service academy, and our rigorous process to select these appointees will reflect that. Attending West Point changed my life, and I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to play a role in the selection process for the next generation of outstanding military officers.”
The nomination process evaluates applicants on a range of criteria, including academic excellence, leadership potential, physical aptitude, and dedication to service. Senator McCormick’s announcement underscores the importance of identifying and supporting highly qualified individuals prepared to take on the rigorous challenges of military training and leadership.
With the application portal set to open in April, aspiring candidates from Pennsylvania are encouraged to prepare their materials and seize the opportunity to pursue a path of military service and leadership.
More information about the application process will be available soon at https://www.mccormick.senate.gov/services/academy-nominations/.
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