Military Academy Nominations

MILITARY ACADEMY SUMMER PROGRAMS

Attending a summer program at one of the United States military academies can offer a unique experience for students who are considering applying to a service academy. Students can be selected to spend a week at one of the Armed Forces academies to stay on grounds for a week and participate in training and activities similar to those of incoming cadets or midshipmen. Service academy summer programs are a great opportunity to learn and strengthen the resumes of young men and women who are interested in a military service career. Interested students can apply directly through the academy websites that are hyperlinked below.

United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar:

United States Military Academy Summer Leadership Experience:

United States Air Force Academy Summer Seminar:

Instructions

The honor of attending a service academy comes with the obligation and commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation. For more information, please review the page of Frequently Asked Questions for those seeking a Military Academy Nomination.

Members of Congress may nominate candidates for appointment to four of the five U.S. service academies: U.S. Military Academy (USMA), West Point, NY; the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), Annapolis, MD; the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), Colorado Springs, CO; and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Kings Point, NY. The fifth service academy, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy (USCGA), New London, CT, does not require a congressional nomination for appointment.

Congressman Thompson may nominate up to 15 individuals for each vacant academy slot allotted to our district. To request a Military Academy Nomination from our office, please complete the form below. 

In addition to a completed nomination application, candidates must also send:

• Official transcripts (sent directly from the school via email or USPS)
• All SAT/ACT scores (printed from the website or listed on official transcript)
• A one-page, single spaced essay outlining why you wish to attend a United States Service Academy
• A list, in resume format, of your extracurricular activities (e.g., work, volunteer opportunities, any positions you may hold in student government, sports you participated in, awards received, etc.)
• At least three, but no more than six letters of recommendation.  Letters should come from a variety of individuals with whom you have a working relationship (teachers, coaches, employers, faith leaders, etc.)  
• Two recent photographs of yourself, no more than 5x8 inches 

Best wishes to you as you pursue your goal of attending one of the U.S. Service Academies and serving our country.