Military Academy Nominations

The deadline to submit a complete application is:

Friday, November 21, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. (MST)

Instructions

Attending a U.S. Service Academy requires a minimum five-year military service commitment after graduation. Click here to download the application packet.

Members of Congress may nominate candidates to four academies:

• U.S. Military Academy (USMA), West Point, NY
• U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), Annapolis, MD
• U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), Colorado Springs, CO
• U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Kings Point, NY
• At least 17 but not yet 23 years old by July 1st of the year to be admitted to the Academy.
• No older than 25 years old to enter the Merchant Marine Academy.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and legal Arizona resident when entering the Academy.
• Unmarried, not pregnant, and without legal obligation for the support of a dependent.
• Minimum Sat or ACT scores that are determined by the perspective Military Academy to which you have applied. 

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy (USCGA), New London, CT, does not require a congressional nomination.

Minimum Qualifications for a Nomination

Congressman Hamadeh may nominate up to ten individuals per vacant slot. To apply, complete the form and submit the following:

Nomination Checklist

1. Statement of Purpose
2. Transcript
3. SAT/ACT Scores
4. Three Letters of Recommendation
5. Resume
6. Photo
7. Written Essay
8. Leadership Essay
   
    

Process & Selection

• Interviews: Scheduled in early December.
• Selection: Based on a "whole person" evaluation of academics, leadership, fitness, character, motivation.
• Appointments: Final decision made by the academy. Academies will begin to notify candidates of their admission status in February. All offers of appointment are generally sent out by May.

FAQs

• What is a nomination?
  Members of Congress may nominate applicants who meet eligibility. Candidates may also seek nominations from both U.S. Senators or the Vice President.
• Eligibility:
  • Age 17–22 by July 1 of entry year
  • U.S. citizen
  • Unmarried, no dependents
  • Reside in AZ-08
  • Meet medical, physical, and academic standards
• Deadlines:
  Application opens May 15; complete file due November 21, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
• Multiple Nominations:
  You may be nominated and even appointed to more than one academy.
• USCGA Exception:
  The Coast Guard Academy admits directly - no nomination required.
• Who to Ask for Recommendations:
  Teachers, counselors, employers, coaches, clergy, or scout leaders.

DEADLINE - NOVEMBER 21, 2025