Service Academy Nominations Eligibility Applicants for nomination must meet the following requirements as of July 1 of the year of admission to a service academy:
Application for Nomination Checklist Online Application Form and Essay Question Completion of the online application form initiates your application for nomination. Visit the online application center and create an account to start the process toward nomination. You can monitor the progress of you application online as your materials are received by Senator Tester's office. SAT/ACT Scores Your scores from the SAT and/or ACT are required for application to the service academies. Applicants must complete the SAT and/or ACT exam and submit an official score report to the academies and Senator Tester's office. The SAT and ACT tests administered in November are the latest test administration that will meet the application deadline on December 1, 2008. Send your score report to SAT Code 4464 or ACT Code 7152. School Transcript An official transcript from your high school record and class record must be submitted. This transcript must show your current grades and numerical class rank (percentile ranks are not acceptable). If you apply before this information is available, it is your responsibility to submit an up-to-date transcript and to keep your records current. Submit your transcript to the address below. Recommendation Form The Recommendation Form must be completed by your High School Principal or Guidance Counselor. Have your High School Principal or Guidance Counselor mail the recommendation to Senator Tester's office at the address below. Download a Nomination Recommendation Form Direct application materials to: Office of Senator Jon Tester You can reach Senator Tester's Nomination Coordinator, by calling (406) 449-5401 or (800) 554-4403. Evaluation Criteria Successful nominees are serious about their interest in serving their country through a career in the military. These applicants demonstrate excellence, perseverance, and the highest moral character. There are many indicators for these qualities, including academic achievement, leadership, community service, and participation in various extracurricular activities, including sports. Service Academy Contacts
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