Apply to West Point in 8 Steps Breadcrumb admissions steps to admission Admissions-Main-left MENU Home Why West Point Admissions Timeline Application Tips Information For High School Seniors High School Juniors High School Sophomores High School Freshmen & Middle School Current Soldiers International Cadets Summer Leaders Experience Summer Program FAQs Careers Notable Graduates Resources Class Profile Field Force - MALO Congressional Representatives Join the Admissions Team Frequently Asked Questions Message from the Director Admissions Events Diversity at West Point Recruited Athletes Step 1. Confirm Eligibility Applicants must meet the following 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 (See Information for International Cadets for exceptions) Not married Not pregnant Not legally responsible for child support Step 2. Gather Personal Information You will need the following information to complete your application: Your Social Security Number Your ACT, SAT, PSAT or PLAN (Pre-ACT) scores Your 9-digit zip code (Find zip+4) Your high school’s ETS Code Your high school's address Your Congressional District Step 3. Apply Online Complete the Candidate Questionnaire (CQ) to open an application to West Point. We use the CQ to screen applicants for eligibility. The application window opens on February 1st for high school juniors. Open a file as early as possible. All qualified applicants receive their West Point Candidate Portal credentials by email, usually within 24-48 hours. Check your spam folder if you don’t get an email within 48 hours. Step 4. Connect with our Field Force West Point Field Force members are local volunteer Admissions representatives of the U.S. Military Academy. Field Force members are an invaluable when navigating the application process at West Point. Find your Field Force representative today! All applications must include an interview. A Field Force representative will contact you to schedule the interview. TIP: Dress as you would for a job interview. Step 5. Apply for a Nomination A nomination is required to attend West Point. There are two types: Congressional (your Representative or one of your State’s Senators) and Service-Connected. Nominations are due by January 31st of the year you start college. Locate your Congressional Representative or Senators Learn more about applying for a nomination Step 6. Get a Medical Examination The Department of Defense Medical Examination Review Board (DoDMERB) will provide the location and date of your exam. The DoDMERB website is useful to Track Your Medical Status Tip: Take your medical exam as soon as possible! It can take several months to get qualified. If you haven’t been scheduled by DoDMERB by the fall of your high school senior year, contact your regional Admissions Officer. Step 7. Take the Candidate Fitness Assessment Qualified Applicants will receive an email directing them to the CFA Testing Instructions. The CFA consists of six events: Basketball throw (from a kneeling position) Cadence pull-ups or flexed-arm hang (women's option) 40-yard shuttle run (for time) Modified Sit-ups (number completed in 2 minutes) Push-ups (number completed in 2 minutes) 1-mile run (for time) Step 8. Take College Entrance Exams The SAT, ACT, or PSAT tests must be timed. When registering for the ACT select the "ACT Plus Writing". TIP: Take the tests as many times as practicable. We will super-score your standardized tests. Instructions for Downloading SAT/ACT Scores The Office of Admissions follows a "test flexible" policy for applicants to the Class of 2027. Students may submit a PSAT, SAT, or ACT with writing. Students are not required to provide any supporting documentation for why they have selected the PSAT in lieu of the SAT or ACT. Students who submit the PSAT or SAT may be required to provide a timed writing sample. The West Point Admissions Committee remains committed to a holistic assessment of applicant credentials, which include reviews of academic achievement, academic aptitude, leadership experiences, physical fitness, and other unique attributes during the application process. Track Your Application File to Completion You are competing against the nation's top tier of high school students for an offer of admission. Check your Candidate Portal frequently for notifications and updates on your application status. Make sure you have uploaded all the required documents. West Point Application files must be complete by January 31st of the year you are applying to enter. Required documents include: Transcripts School official evaluation Candidate statement Candidate Fitness Assessment Medical Exam (DODMERB) Nominations Interview Apply Now Follow Us Facebook Facebook Instagram Instagram YouTube YouTube Take a Closer Look at West Point Schedule an in-person visit Explore campus on our 360 Virtual Tour.