The U.S. Military Academy at West Point
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West Point is the #1 College Choice
The Academy Experience:
West Point provides an educational experience unlike anywhere else. From outstanding faculty and state-of-the-art facilities to a challenging curriculum, we're considered one of the premier academic institutions in the country.
Unparalleled Opportunities:
West Point offers experiences that cannot be matched:
- More military training courses than any other path to Army Officership, including Air Assault, Airborne, Mountain Warfare, Sapper, and Combat Dive Course.
- Summer internship, work-study, and immersion and enrichment experiences at companies such as Mercedes-Benz, Chipotle, Verizon, and Walmart; and with key government agencies and congressional offices.
- Summer field training at West Point and other military installations throughout the U.S. and abroad.
- NCAA Division I and Division II intercollegiate sports.
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
Our graduates are equipped to lead our Army and to succeed in any future endeavor.
As a cadet, you will receive a top-tier education that is fully funded—including tuition, books, fees, medical and dental benefits, and a student stipend—all of which is valued at more than $250,000. You'll also receive world-class leadership training and opportunities for travel, foreign study, and graduate scholarship preparation.
Achieve Your Full Potential
Read what students like you have to say about their experience at West Point.
Roberto Huie (New York)
There are so many opportunities here that when I was applying to colleges, I knew West Point was where I belonged.
Lydia Kim (Indiana)
I’m exposed to so many new and exciting experiences that every day is an adventure.
Marina Camacho (Texas)
I knew West Point was the right decision for me because [here] I’m getting more than an education – I’m growing into the person I’ve always wanted to be.
Consistent Top 10 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.
- #3 Top Public Schools
- #3 Most Engaged in Community Service
- #4 Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs
- #8 National Liberal Arts Colleges
- #8 Best College Library
- #9 Most Accessible Professors
- #9 Best Student Support and Counseling Services
- #10 Best Health Services
(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.