Academy Application Deadline Nears

Initial application due Oct. 31

WASHINGTON, D.C. - BOISE, Idaho - Idaho Senator Larry Craig would like to remind potential applicants that deadlines to apply for nomination to one of the nation's service academies are fast approaching. Interested candidates may apply for nomination to the U.S. Naval Academy, the United States Military Academy, the United States Air Force Academy, or the United States Merchant Marine Academy. The initial application (the first three pages) is due on Tuesday, October 31.

"Idaho has a long and proud tradition of students attending the nation's service academies and achieving great success," said Craig. "I encourage those who have begun the application process to complete the necessary requirements ahead of time, to allow for any possible delays or unforeseen challenges. It would be a shame to miss this opportunity."

Remaining materials, such as a photograph, letters of recommendation, SAT or ACT scores, academic transcripts, the principal/counselor form, and an essay, are due on December 1, 2006.

All applications should be mailed to Senator Craig's regional office in Idaho Falls:

U.S. Senator Larry Craig
Attn: Mick Webster
490 Memorial Drive, Suite 101
Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402
(208) 523-5541

The application packet and more information is online.

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