Military Academy Appointments
Congressional Nominations to the United States Military Academies
Admission to one of our nation's military academies is highly competitive and individuals nominated from Florida must meet the high standards set by the academy. While it is an admittedly laborious process, the rewards for those who qualify are great.
To be considered for an appointment to a service academy, an applicant must have a nomination from an authorized nominating source. Title 10, U.S. Code, establishes two nomination categories -- congressional and military service-connected. Applicants who meet eligibility requirements may apply to receive nominations in both categories.
Members of the United States Senate and the House of Representatives may nominate applicants who meet the eligibility requirements established by law.
Applicants may also apply to the Vice President of the United States, who can nominate applicants at large. Applicants should apply to the service academy of their choice in the spring of their junior year in high school and request a nomination from the appropriate nomination source shortly thereafter.
If you are interested in seeking a Congressional nomination, please visit one of my upcoming Congressional Service Academy Nomination Seminars or write my Bartow office and request an application. You should also contact the academy of your choice to establish an admissions file. No reservation is required to attend these seminars.
If you should need any additional questions answered please contact our Academy Coordinator, Pam Fuller at (863) 534-3530.
Polk County Academy Seminar
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Lakeland High School Lunchroom
726 Hollingsworth Road
Lakeland, FL 33801
(Enter High School at the Hwy 98 South/Bartow Road Entrance)
Hillsborough County Academy Seminar
Thursday, September 11, 2008
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Center Place Fine Arts & Civic Center
619 Vonderburg Dr
Brandon, FL 33511
Candidate interviews will take place at the
Bob Crawford Agricultural Building
605 East Main Street, Bartow, FL 33830 on
Thursday, November 13, 2008.
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