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A Message from the Director of Admissions

Welcome, and thank you for your interest in the United States Military Academy at West Point.

The Academy is focused on inspiring and admitting diverse, high caliber young men and women ensuring that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character, committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country and prepared for a career of professional excellence and service to the Nation as an officer in the United States Army.  Admittance into the United States Military Academy is highly competitive - click on current class profiles to see recent candidate achievements.    
Our application process is comprehensive.  We evaluate your scholastic, leadership and athletic qualifications, as well as medical and physical qualifications for military service.  If you believe the United States Military Academy is right for you, apply for a nomination from a member of Congress or other legal authority to be considered for an offer of admission. 
 
Our Admissions staff is here to help you!  Should you need any assistance in completing your application or have a question that is not answered on our site, please contact one of our Regional Admissions Team members found by clicking the link to the right. 
 

Again, thank you for your interest in the United States Military Academy and good luck.

 

 

                             GO ARMY! 
                                           Deborah J. McDonald
                                                         Colonel, U.S. Army                 
                                              Director of Admissions 


Director of Admissions

COL Deborah J. McDonald
Director of Admissions
deborah.mcdonald@usma.edu
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