Here are some preliminary requirements to attend the Summer Leaders Seminar (SLS):

SLS Applicants must:

• be a high school junior (current year).
• be a US citizen.
• reach the age of 17 by July 1 (of the year you'd be a USMA Freshman).
• MUST have a valid PSAT, PLAN, SAT or ACT test score.
 

The SLS application process will open the first week in January.  Applicants will need to complete the "Candidate Questionnaire" Part I of the United States Military Academy application.  This will lead you into applying for the Summer Leaders Seminar and also open an application file for entry into West Point if you want to continue with the process.  After finishing Part I, applicants will need to log into their admissions SLS candidate portal using the candidate ID instead of their social security number and complete Part II (Workshop/Week Preference) of the application.  If you are interested in applying for the SLS program you MUST complete Part I and Part II of the West Point application. 

How are you spending the summer after your junior year of high school?

Get introduced to a completely different college experience by attending our Summer Leaders Seminar (SLS).

This is a week-long immersion in academic, military and social life for those considering the United States Military Academy. You will explore the United States Military Academy from all angles, including some intense military training and athletic activities. An action packed week, it’s the best way to gauge the challenges you will encounter as a cadet.

Academics

You can choose from a variety of courses in different academic areas, such as (click here for more details in our SLS Information Brochure):  

• Science
• Mathematics
• Engineering
• Humanities
• Modern Languages
• Psychology

Military

You will also take part in daily military training including:

• Physical Training
• Weapons Familiarization
• Obstacle Courses
• Leadership Reaction Course

Athletics and Social

You'll enjoy a mixer, a barbecue, and other social events, where you'll get to know other future and current West Point cadets. You will also have the chance to ask them questions about the Academy or the Army. The entire week will give you a good sense of whether the United States Military Academy  a good fit for you.

Once Open for Registration - Apply Early

SLS application window opens January 8, 2013 and closes April 1, 2013.  Acceptance to the seminar is very competitive, so apply online early. About 500 students are selected to attend each of the two sessions of the seminar. The cost is $400, not including your transportation costs. Admission for SLS is on a rolling basis, which means acceptance letters will go out even before the April 1 application deadline.  For more information please see our brochure and SLS FAQ on the right.  For any other questions, please email us at admissions@usma.edu