admissions and tips
Entry into USMA is one of the most difficult college admissions in the nation. Unlike other great academic schools like Harvard and Yale, the US Military Academy looks for the whole person. This idea is proven by the rigorous academic routine required for all applicants. The Point requires a high GPA(above a 3.5), high class ranking(top 10%), high SAT scores(above 1900), a good leader ( involvement in some sort of club in which the applicant take a leadership role, i.e. student council), physically fit (many applicants have 5 or more varsity letters),are healthy (every qualified applicant must undergo a very rigorous Department of Defense physical), and if the applicant can get through these stringent . Things that can help are making sure that you stay out of trouble, take challenging courses so as to improve class rank, get involved with as many sports as possible while trying to get a leadership role, and do volunteer work. You may decide to do somethings that can help with your admission your junior year. One thing is sending a preliminary application, this shows early dedication and looks good to people deciding on admissions. Another good idea would be things that hone your leadership skills and really decide if a military academy is right for you. Some example would be taking leadership skills courses like the boys and girls state program, and you could also apply to the competitive summer seminars offered by the academies( West Point has SLS). If you want to attend the school you must be sure that not only are you qualified but that you are joining for the right reasons and not just because of the pressure or prestige. You have to understand that you are making a commitment to the US army to serve and be in possible danger. After year three if you drop out or refuse to serve in the armed forces you will have to make reprimands to the US government for the education and it could total up to 250,000$, so be sure you understand what you're getting into when you decide whether or not to apply. The acceptance rate is 11%.