Rep. Adams Announces Military Service Academy Process, Open House

CHARLOTTE (September 8, 2023) – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) today announced the deadline for Mecklenburg and Cabarrus County high school students to apply to be one of her nominees to the United States' Military Service Academies is Friday, November 3, 2023. Adams' office is currently accepting applications from high school students seeking nomination for appointment to the United States Air Force, Naval, Military and Merchant Marine Academies.

"I am honored to nominate our best and brightest students to begin their career in public service. This is a great opportunity to answer the call to serve your country and our community, and I look forward to considering many exceptional students this year," said Rep. Adams.

Additionally, the Office of Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. will host a 12th Congressional District Military Service Academy Day on Saturday, October 14th at 10:00 AM at Mallard Creek High School in an “open house” format.

Students, parents, and teachers are encouraged to attend to receive a comprehensive overview of the US Service Academies and learn how high school students can be nominated to attend the academies on a full scholarship.

The program will feature representatives from Military Service Academy admissions staff as well as Congresswoman Adams. Registration is required.

Resources

Link to Frequently Asked Questions about the process.

Link to Registration for Military Service Academy Day

Link to the Service Academy Nomination Form

Background

Each year Congresswoman Alma Adams nominates High School Seniors from the district for appointment to the U.S. Military (USMA), Naval (USNA), Air Force (USAFA) and Merchant Marine Academies (USMA). The U.S. Coast Guard Academy does not require a nomination. Students seeking a nomination can apply through their U.S. House Representative, U.S. Senators and the Vice President of the United States.

Qualifying candidates will have the opportunity to receive a full scholarship to attend one of the nation's five prestigious service academies. After graduating, candidates are expected to complete a five-year military service requirement as commissioned officers. Candidates for Rep. Adams' nomination must be a United States citizen living or attending high school in the 12th Congressional District of North Carolina; must be at least 17 years old and younger than 23 years old; must be unmarried; and must have no legal obligation to support children or dependents.

For more information about this year's nomination process please contact Mr. Julian Holland in the Charlotte district office at Julian.Holland@mail.house.gov or 704-344-9950.

Event Details

Who: Rep. Alma Adams & Service Academy Representatives
What: 12th Congressional District Military Service Academy Day
When: Saturday, October 14, 2023 10:00 AM
Where: Mallard Creek High School, 3825 Johnston Oehler Road Charlotte, NC 28269

Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, Cabarrus County) and serves on the House Committee on Agriculture and the House Committee on Education & the Workforce, where she serves as ranking member of the Workforce Protections Subcommittee.

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