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The Premier Institution for Leader Development

The Premier Institution for Leader Development. Mission. To educate , train , and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country; professional growth throughout a

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The Premier Institution for Leader Development

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  1. The PremierInstitution forLeader Development

  2. Mission To educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country; professional growth throughout a career as an officer in the United States Army; and a lifetime of selfless service to the Nation.

  3. The West Point Experience • Military Academy • Honor Code • Senior Class Responsible for Leadership • Summer Training • Broad Academic Experience • Activities • Financial Independence • Career Opportunities

  4. The Honor Code A Cadet will not lie, cheat, steal, or tolerate those who do.

  5. Elements of Excellence • Whole Person Development • Leadership • Education • Small Classes, Excellent Faculty • Spiritual and Physical Development • Academic Achievement • Rhodes, Hertz, and Marshall Scholars • 90% with Graduate Degrees • Support System • Admissions Participants • Sponsor Program • Parents Clubs • West Point Societies

  6. Scholarships/Fellowships RHODES MARSHALL HERTZ (SINCE 1923) (SINCE 1983) (SINCE 1969) Harvard 295 Harvard 88 MIT 96 Yale 200 Princeton 48 Stanford 62 Princeton 182 Yale 34 USMA 37 USMA 74 Stanford 33 Princeton 37 Stanford 68 MIT 31 Harvard 31 : : Brown 27 USAFA 26 USNA 33 USMA 18 : : USAFA 32 : : Yale 13 USNA 11 USNA 8 USAFA 4

  7. Military Program • FOURTH CLASS YEAR • 6-Week Cadet Basic Training • New Cadets formally accepted • into the Corps • General Military Instruction • THIRD CLASS YEAR • 8-Week Military Field Training • Camp Buckner, NY • Fort Knox, KY • Combined Arms Operations • General Military Instruction • SECOND CLASS YEAR • Drill Cadet Leader Training • Second Class Detail • Specialty Training, e.g. Air Assault, • Airborne, Mountain Warfare, etc.. • Individual Advanced Development • Military Leadership Courses • FIRST CLASS YEAR • Cadet Troop Leader Training • First Class Detail • Corps Leadership • Individual Advanced Development • Military Leadership Courses

  8. Academic Program 9 Electives for Field of Study / 10-13 Electives for Major 4 Military Science 4 Physical Education 1 Philosophy/Ethics 2 Foreign Language 3 Social Sciences 2 Leadership 3 English 4 History 1 Law 5 Engineering Science/Design 1 Computer Science 1 Terrain Analysis 2 Chemistry 2 Physics 4 Math The Core 16 Sem Crs Humanities and Social Science 15 Sem Crs Math, Science, & Engineering Field of Study Required; Major is Optional

  9. Typical Academic Program FRESHMAN YEAR SOPHOMORE YEAR FIRST TERM FIRST TERM English Composition Foreign Language Chemistry American Politics Mathematics Philosophy History Mathematics Psychology Physics Physical Education Physical Education SECOND TERM SECOND TERM Literature Foreign Language Chemistry Economics Computer Science Mathematics Mathematics Physics History Terrain Analysis Physical Education Physical Education Military Science Military Science

  10. Typical Academic Program JUNIOR YEAR SENIOR YEAR FIRST TERM FIRST TERM Engineering Science Engineering Design Engineering Science Constitutional Law International Relations Elective Military History Elective ElectiveElective Physical Education Physical Education SECOND TERM SECOND TERM Engineering Science Engineering Design Military History Elective English Elective Military Leadership Elective ElectiveElective Physical Education Physical Education Military Science Military Science

  11. Applied Science & Engineering Basic Sciences Interdisciplinary Chemistry and Life Science Civil Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering Engineering Management* Engineering Physics* Environmental Engineering* Environmental Science Geography Information Systems Eng.* Mathematical Science Mechanical Engineering Nuclear Engineering Operations Research Physics Systems Engineering = MAJORS Academic ProgramMath-Science-Engineering * = No field of study offered

  12. = MAJORS Academic ProgramHumanities & Social Sciences American Legal System Art, Philosophy and Literature Behavioral Sciences Economics Foreign Area Studies Foreign Languages Geography History Leadership and Management Military Art and Science Political Science

  13. Typical Day for a Cadet Cadets are very busy!! MORNING 6:55 - Breakfast Formation 7:00 - 7:30 Breakfast 7:35 - 11:45 Class or Study (four periods) AFTERNOON 12:10 - 12:40 Lunch 12:45 - 1:40 Commandant’s Hour or Dean’s Hour 1:50 - 3:50 Class or Study (two periods) 4:10 - 5:45 Intramural, club or intercollegiate athletics; drill & ceremonies; extracurricular activities; or free time EVENING 6:30 - 7:15 Supper (optional except Thursday) 7:15 - 7:30 Cadet Duties (overlap with optional supper) 7:30 - 8:30 Study time or extracurricular activities 8:30 - 11:30 Study time 11:30 - Taps 12:00 - Lights Out

  14. TheCandidate

  15. Whole Candidate Concept West Point seeks well-rounded young people who demonstrate excellent academic ability, leadership potential, and physical aptitude. ACADEMIC ABILITY 60% LEADERSHIP POTENTIAL 30% CADET PHYSICAL APTITUDE 10%

  16. Evaluation Process • ACADEMIC (60%) • High School Rank • SAT and/or ACT • Transcript • LEADERSHIP (30%) • Extracurricular Activities • Athletic Participation • Faculty Appraisals • PHYSICAL APTITUDE EXAMINATION (10%) • Pull-ups/Flexed-arm Hang • Basketball Throw (kneeling position) • Standing Long Jump • 300 Yard Shuttle Run • Push-up

  17. Academic Preparation English 4 Years Mathematics 4 Years (including Trigonometry and PreCalculus) Laboratory Science 2 Years Foreign Language 2 Years United States History 1 Year Computer Science 1 Year

  18. Cadet profile: Class of 2004 Top 20% of High School Class-------------------------------- 72% Valedictorians---------------------------------------------------- 5% Salutatorians------------------------------------------------------ 3% National Merit Scholarship Recognition-------------------- 15% National Honor Society----------------------------------------- 58% Boys/Girls State-------------------------------------------------- 18% Class or Student Body President----------------------------- 19% Scouting Participant-------------------------------------------- 43% Eagle Scout or Gold Award Winner----------------- 13% Varsity Letter Winners---------------------------------------- 89% Team Captain-------------------------------------------- 43% Mean SAT: Verbal - 621, Math - 641 Mean ACT: English - 27, Math - 28, Sci/Reas - 27, Reading - 29 08/12/97

  19. The Steps

  20. STEPS TO WEST POINTTHE ADMISSIONS PROCESS NUMBER OF CANDIDATES TIME OF ACTION JULY OF YEAR OF ADMISSION 1,150 Report as a Cadet 2,500 Visit West Point Await evaluation and status Complete testing WINTER OF SENIOR YEAR 5,000 Obtain nomination Complete USMA Forms SPRING OF JUNIOR YEAR 13,000 Start a File at West Point Apply for a Nomination Determine whether you meet the basic requirements

  21. Step 1: Basic Requirements • Legal Requirements: • 17-22 years old • United States Citizen • Unmarried • Not pregnant; with no legal obligation to support a child • Leadership • Demonstrated leadership in school, community, church, scouts, etc. • Academic Qualifications: • Above average High School or College academic record • Strong performance on ACT/SAT • Medical Qualifications: • Good physical and mental health • Pass a Qualifying Medical Exam • Physical Qualifications: • Above average strength, endurance, and agility • Good performance on Physical Aptitude Exam

  22. STEPS TO WEST POINTTHE ADMISSIONS PROCESS NUMBER OF CANDIDATES TIME OF ACTION JULY OF YEAR OF ADMISSION 1,150 Report as a Cadet 2,500 Visit West Point Await evaluation and status Complete testing WINTER OF SENIOR YEAR 5,000 Obtain nomination Complete USMA Forms Start Early!! SPRING OF JUNIOR YEAR 13,000 Start a File at West Point Apply for a Nomination Determine whether you meet the basic requirements

  23. Step 2: Apply for a Nomination Congressional Nomination: Determined by nominating source • OK District 4: Congressman J.C. Watts Service-Connected Nomination: Nomination by the Secretary of the Army for eligible applicants

  24. Step 2: Apply for a Nomination Congressional Each Member of Congress is authorized five (5) cadetships at West Point at any one time. Each Member may nominate up to ten (10) young people to fill each vacant cadetship. The Vice President has five (5) cadetships for applicants from the United States at large. * Contact Congressional offices early; each member has his/her own time schedule & process (typically early November in Oklahoma)

  25. Step 2: Apply for a Nomination Service-Connected Presidential: Sons and daughters of career military personnel Regular Army & Reserve Components ROTC Schools Sons & daughters of deceased & disabled veterans Sons & daughters of Medal of Honor awardees

  26. Step 3: Open a file • Request application • letter • phone • e-mail/www • business reply card from: • “Path to Success” brochure • poster • catalog • direct mail • Receive a Prospectus • Return the PreCandidate Questionnaire Timing is Important!!

  27. 1,150 2,500 5,000 13,000 STEPS TO WEST POINTTHE ADMISSIONS PROCESS NUMBER OF CANDIDATES TIME OF ACTION JULY OF YEAR OF ADMISSION Report as a Cadet Visit West Point Await evaluation and status Complete testing WINTER OF SENIOR YEAR Obtain nomination Complete USMA Forms SPRING OF JUNIOR YEAR Start a File at West Point Apply for a Nomination Determine whether you meet the basic requirements

  28. Step 4: Complete USMA Forms • Personal Data Record • Request for Transcript • School Official Evaluations • Math • English • Chemistry or Physics • Activities Record • Essay / Candidate Statement

  29. 1,150 2,500 5,000 13,000 STEPS TO WEST POINTTHE ADMISSIONS PROCESS NUMBER OF CANDIDATES TIME OF ACTION JULY OF YEAR OF ADMISSION Report as a Cadet Visit West Point Await evaluation and status Complete testing WINTER OF SENIOR YEAR Obtain nomination Complete USMA Forms SPRING OF JUNIOR YEAR Start a File at West Point Apply for a Nomination Determine whether you meet the basic requirements

  30. Step 5: Obtain a Nomination • Nominations are due to West Point from each office no later than 31 January • Make the best impression possible; be prepared for your interview • Be aggressive in pursuing a nomination! • Follow up on this – make sure you complete all requirements!

  31. STEPS TO WEST POINTTHE ADMISSIONS PROCESS NUMBER OF CANDIDATES TIME OF ACTION JULY OF YEAR OF ADMISSION 1,150 Report as a Cadet 2,500 Visit West Point Await evaluation and status Complete testing WINTER OF SENIOR YEAR 5,000 Obtain nomination Complete USMA Forms SPRING OF JUNIOR YEAR 13,000 Start a File at West Point Apply for a Nomination Determine whether you meet the basic requirements

  32. Step 6: Complete Testing • ACT/SAT • West Point takes the highest subscores • Qualifying Medical Exam • administered by DODMERB • conducted at an MTF or through contract • Physical Aptitude Exam • pull-ups (men) / flexed-arm hang (women) • standing long jump • basketball throw • 300 yd shuttle run • push-ups Practice the PAE!!

  33. Physical Aptitude ExamMen Pull - ups 12 + 8 Standing Long Jump 8’ 4” + 7’ 9” Basketball Throw 75’ + 66’ 300 Yard Shuttle 57.1 sec - 59.6 sec Push – ups 74 54 Average Passing Score Top Quintile Score

  34. Physical Aptitude ExamWomen Average Passing Score Top Quintile Score Flexed Arm Hang 37 sec + 22.6 sec Standing Long Jump 6’ 8” + 6’2” Basketball Throw 47’ + 38’ 300 Yard Shuttle 65 sec - 68.4 sec Push-ups 41 29

  35. STEPS TO WEST POINTTHE ADMISSIONS PROCESS NUMBER OF CANDIDATES TIME OF ACTION JULY OF YEAR OF ADMISSION 1,150 Report as a Cadet 2,500 Visit West Point Await evaluation and status Complete testing WINTER OF SENIOR YEAR 5,000 Obtain nomination Complete USMA Forms SPRING OF JUNIOR YEAR 13,000 Start a File at West Point Apply for a Nomination Determine whether you meet the basic requirements

  36. Step 7: Await Evaluation • Files must be complete by the first Monday in March (first Monday in December for Early Action) • West Point uses a “rolling” admissions process; the earlier your file is complete, the earlier you will be considered for qualification and selection • Some Early Action offers of admission will be made in the fall, but the majority of offers are made in Jan-Feb-March

  37. STEPS TO WEST POINTTHE ADMISSIONS PROCESS NUMBER OF CANDIDATES TIME OF ACTION JULY OF YEAR OF ADMISSION 1,150 Report as a Cadet 2,500 Visit West Point Await evaluation and status Complete testing WINTER OF SENIOR YEAR 5,000 Obtain nomination Complete USMA Forms SPRING OF JUNIOR YEAR 13,000 Start a File at West Point Apply for a Nomination Determine whether you meet the basic requirements

  38. Step 8: Visit West Point • Candidate Orientation Visits • available Monday through Friday during the academic year • Daily Visits: for students who are at least in their sophomore year of high school • Overnight Visits: for those who are competitive for an offer of admission • Visits are cadet-escorted and offer a real “inside look” at the Academy

  39. STEPS TO WEST POINTTHE ADMISSIONS PROCESS NUMBER OF CANDIDATES TIME OF ACTION JULY OF YEAR OF ADMISSION 1,150 Report as a Cadet 2,500 Visit West Point Await evaluation and status Complete testing 5,000 WINTER OF SENIOR YEAR Obtain nomination Complete USMA Forms 13,000 SPRING OF JUNIOR YEAR Start a File at West Point Apply for a Nomination Determine whether you meet the basic requirements

  40. Step 9: Report as a Cadet • Reception Day (“R-day”) for Class of 2006 is Monday, 2 July 2002 • Come prepared • physically • mentally • emotionally • We will provide you with lots of information • read it! • share it!

  41. Admissions Strategy • Apply to all available nomination sources Early • Consider the Early Action Plan • Complete Candidate Kit-by the first Monday in December • Take ACT and/or SAT multiple times • Practice for the Physical Aptitude Exam (PAE) • Prepare file carefully with emphasis on the Personal Statement • Visit West Point • Consider ROTC in addition to West Point • Talk to people who have been there • Make the Admissions Decision that is Right for YOU

  42. The Reasons

  43. Reasons for Coming to USMATYPICAL CLASS USMA Overall Reputation Desire to be an Army Officer Personal Self-Development Quality of Academic Program Leadership Training Athletics Economics Family Influences Physical Development Program Facilities % Women % Men 18 17 21 20 12 3 1 4 2 1 20 21 17 14 14 4 2 3 3 3

  44. 4-Year Graduation RatesUSMA Classes 1990 to 2000 includes June and December graduates

  45. Some Final Thoughts In considering college, take a good look at West Point. Start a file at the end of your Junior Year and apply for nominations. Make an effort to learn all there is to know about West Point and the Army: • Read about West Point and the role of the officer in the Army. • View videos at Congressional Academy Nights and By-Invitation Meetings. • Discuss the opportunities and challenges with cadets and graduates. Seriously consider an offer of admission to West Point based on factual information about the Military Academy, the Army, selfless service as an officer, and yourself. Accept an offer of admission if: • what West Point has to offer seems to be a good match for your abilities and aspirations, and • you have the desire to give the Army your best effort as an officer leading soldiers. Do the same for the Army ROTC program at the civilian colleges to which you are applying.

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