The U.S. Military Academy at West Point
The Preeminent Leader Development Institution
West Point is the #1 College Choice for Leadership
An Unmatched Leadership Development Program:
West Point cadets take hands-on leadership classes taught by current military leaders. Individual leader development is integrated throughout the classroom curriculum and numerous leadership development experiences, promoting a culture of character growth.
Our Foundational Pillars:
We build leaders across four educational domains:
- Character Development
- Academic Excellence
- Military Leadership
- Physical Development
Our Leader Development program is the proven blueprint for producing lifelong leaders.
Prized leadership experience:
After their time serving as Army leaders, West Point graduates are prime candidates for management roles and executive positions at top companies such as JP Morgan Chase & Co., Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and many more.
Take the First Step on Your Path to Success: Connect with West Point
Receive a fully funded education, valued at more than $240,000.
This includes tuition, books, fees, medical and dental benefits, and a monthly stipend to cover supplies and other student expenses.
Isabella Minter (Georgia)
Leadership is woven into everything we learn here and as an upperclassman I am responsible for helping to coach my fellow cadets in the practice of its discipline.
Lisa Junta (Virginia)
I’m not just going to college I’m developing my skills in leadership that will help me as I guide others in their careers.
Jeff Malm-Anna (California)
As a graduate, my first job will be in a leadership position because I’ll already have the qualifying experience.
Consistent Top 5 College Rankings
The U.S. Military Academy at West Point offers an unparalleled education and is regularly ranked among America's top colleges. Students who attend West Point earn a top-notch education from one of America's strongest academic programs while building their leadership skills.
- #1 Most Accessible Professors
- #2 Best Classroom Experience (Air Force & Navy not in top 20)
- #2 Public Colleges and Universities
- #2 Diversity in Class
- #2 Best Science Lab Facilities
- #2 Best Counseling & Health Services
- #4 Engineering Programs
(Rankings according to The Princeton Review and US News & World Report)
7:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
36
Majors to Choose From
96
Rhodes Scholars Attended West Point
Applying to West Point
Basic eligibility requirements:
- At least age 17, but not 23 or older, on July 1 of the year you enter West Point
- A U.S. Citizen
- Not married
- Not pregnant
- Not legally responsible for child support
Your Freshman & Sophomore Year
Connect with West Point for important updates & deadline information so you can stay on track as you prepare for college.
Your Junior Year
February 1st of your junior year our application portal opens. The first step in applying is to complete your Candidate Questionnaire (CQ). Our application has several steps so start as soon as possible.
Your Senior Year
During the summer and fall of your senior year, the Admissions Office will send additional instructions to competitive applicants who have completed the CQ.