Application Process
Applying to a service academy is a two-application process. A student must apply to a nomination source and apply to each academy of your choice.
Nomination Application
To be considered for an appointment to a service academy, an applicant must be nominated from an authorized nomination source. One nomination source is a member of the United States Senate. Students interested a nomination should fill out a nomination application in the spring or summer of their junior year of high school.
The nomination is determined by an application and an interview with my selection committee. The application includes: an online application, letters of recommendation, test scores, and your high school transcript.
Applications for 2024 are now closed – the 2025 application will be available in Spring 2025.
It is extremely important that students begin the application process with the academies themselves followed by filling out a nomination application. Each academy and nomination source have separate applications.
I suggest students consider researching a variety of military options, such as University ROTC programs, when applying to Academies to increase their success in becoming a military officer and serving our great country.
Contact
If you have any questions concerning the application process, please contact:
Martha Wilson at (307)772-2478 or martha_wilson@lummis.senate.gov
*Note – the United States Coast Guard Academy does not require a Congressional nomination for admission.