CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN TO HOLD SECOND ANNUAL FALL SERVICE ACADEMY INFORMATION SESSION
Congressman Pat Ryan to Hold Second Annual Fall Service Academy Information Session
Congressional nominations are required for U.S. Service Academies
Ryan has held Service Academy information sessions to inspire future military leaders, expand awareness of nomination process, and increase diversity of applicant pool
WASHINGTON, DC– Today, Congressman Pat Ryan announced his second annual Fall Service Academy Information Session will be on Friday, September 20, 2024 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM on the SUNY Orange campus at One Washington Center in Newburgh, NY 12550. The event is open to the public. Students, parents, and educators interested in learning about the Service Academy nomination process, meeting nomination board interviewers, or discovering other pathways to service are encouraged to attend.
“At West Point, I learned to live a life grounded in duty, honor, and service to our county. Nominating the next generation of leaders is an incredible privilege,” said Congressman Pat Ryan. “Our military is also one of our most diverse institutions. My goal is to develop an officer corps that reflects our community. This starts by reaching out to everyone in New York’s 18th Congressional District and empowering them with the information and resources to take part in the nomination process - I hope to see any young person interested in pursuing national service there.”
“It’s been a lifelong goal to attend a service academy. This informational event assured me that this dream remains possible,” said Dennis Palacios, a student at Monroe-Woodbury High School and attendee of the spring 2023 workshop. “Each service academy representative was kind and encouraging. They also provided useful information on cadet life and tips to strengthen my application. Many thanks to Congressman Ryan and the service academy/ROTC representatives for hosting such an incredible event!”
Congressman Ryan graduated from the United States military Academy at West Point in 2004 and is the first West Point graduate to represent the Academy in Congress. Ryan serves on the House Armed Services Committee, which oversees the United States Service Academies.
Applicants to the United States Air Force, Merchant Marine, Military, and Naval academies must first receive a nomination from a member of either the U.S. Senate or U.S. House of Representatives or can receive service connected nominations if they are currently enlisted in the U.S. Military. The U.S. Air Force, Military, and Naval academies also accept nominations from the U.S. President and Vice President. The United States Coast Guard Academy does not require a nomination. Nominated applicants then must apply to and receive an appointment from the respective U.S. Service Academy itself.
U.S. Service Academies provide appointees with a four-year, tuition-free undergraduate education. Graduates are then commissioned as officers in their respective military branch and serve for a minimum five-year commitment.
Each applicant for a nomination must meet the following baseline 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 18th Congressional District of New York
- Skill / Fitness: Must meet the medical, physical, and academic requirements of the Academy
The application period for fall 2025 admission closes on November 1, 2024. Interested constituents can find additional information on the nomination process on Congressman Ryan’s website or by contacting his district offices at (845) 443-2930.
For more information on the Service Academy Information Session, please contact destiny.hallenbeck@mail.house.gov or call (845) 443-2930.
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