Please note, the deadline for submitting a nomination packet is Friday, October 16, 2026 by 12:00 PM CT.
Frequently asked questions for those seeking a Military Academy nomination:
WHAT IS A NOMINATION
Members of Congress may nominate applicants who meet the eligibility requirements established by law. A candidate may seek nomination from the following:
- A Member of the U.S. House of Representatives who represents the congressional district in which the candidate resides.
- Both U.S. Senators from his or her state
- Apply directly to the Vice-President of the United States
WHAT ARE THE BASIC ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Each applicant for nomination must meet the following eligibility requirements as of July 1st of the year of admission to an academy:
- Age: Be at least 17 years old, but not have passed the 23rd birthday
- Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Marital Status: Must be unmarried, not pregnant, and without legal obligation to support children or other dependents
- Residence: Must reside within the boundaries of the 2nd Congressional District of Florida
- Skill/Fitness: Must meet the medical, physical, and academic requirements of the Academy
WHO DO I CONTACT TO DISCUSS QUESTIONS ABOUT MY APPLICATION?
Contact the Panama City District Office at (850) 785-0812
WHEN DO I APPLY FOR A NOMINATION?
The nomination application period opens May 15th of each year for those candidates who are high school juniors and will be seniors the following school year, or who have already graduated.
WHAT IS THE DEADLINE FOR COMPLETING A NOMINATION FILE?
The deadline for submitting a nomination application packet is Friday, October 16, 2026 by 12:00 PM CT. Please contact the Panama City District Office at (850) 785-0812 for more information.
WHAT MUST BE INCLUDED IN MY NOMINATION FILE?
- A signed Military Academy Nomination Form
- Current photo
- High School Transcript
- ACT and or SAT results
- Resume of extracurricular activities
- An essay stating why you want to attend a service academy (500 words or less)
- Three letters of recommendation
Please note - you will complete the nomination packet below. However, if you prefer to provide a printed packet, please mail it to the Panama City District Office at 840 West 11th Street, Suite 2250, Panama City, FL 32401
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I HAVE COMPLETED MY NOMINATION FILE?
Applicants who submit a completed nomination file will be scheduled for an interview in late October. Offers of nomination will be made by December 2026.
WHEN WILL I KNOW IF I HAVE BEEN OFFERED AN APPOINTMENT BY AN ACADEMY?
Academies will typically begin to notify candidates of their admission status in February. All offers of appointment are generally sent out by the end of May.
