About United States Military Academy

Founded in 1802, United States Military Academy. is a Public college. Located in New York, which is a city setting in New York, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 4,389 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The United States Military Academy Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 7:1. There are 225 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at United States Military Academy include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate9%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range1180-1390
ACT Range26-31

Admissions at USMA are considered Most Selective, with ,40% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 8 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

95% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 76% were in the top quarter, and 50% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at United States Military Academy.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
67%
“We know about current events and vote”
17%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
17%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
17%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
0%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
83%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
0%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
100%
“I feel extremely safe”
17%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
17%
“We bought the gear”
67%
“We live for the big game”
50%
“It”s not really our thing”
33%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
17%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
17%
“Available in class”
0%
“They keep regular office hours”
83%
“They”re always available”
83%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
17%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
17%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
33%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
33%
“We only party on weekends”
17%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
67%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
17%
“There might be people who do”
17%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
67%
“We know about current events and vote”
17%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
17%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
17%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
0%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
83%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
0%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
100%
“I feel extremely safe”
17%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
17%
“We bought the gear”
67%
“We live for the big game”
50%
“It”s not really our thing”
33%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
17%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
17%
“Available in class”
0%
“They keep regular office hours”
83%
“They”re always available”
83%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
17%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
17%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
33%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
33%
“We only party on weekends”
17%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
67%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
17%
“There might be people who do”
17%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

United States Military Academy REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    35 Students rated on-campus housing 3.8 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    9 Students rated off-campus housing 2.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    60 Students rated campus food 3.3 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    59 Students rated campus facilities 4.5 stars. 58 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    59 Students rated class size 4.9 stars. 88 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    59 Students rated school activities 4.6 stars. 68 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    60 Students rated local services 3.6 stars. 22 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    59 Students rated academics 4.9 stars. 97 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of United States Military Academy?

6 Students rated United States Military Academy

Ryan

The United States Military Academy is a great place to develop yourself into a scholar, leader, and a person of character. West Point is one of the best universities this nation has to offer (14th among all universities nationwide, and 1st among public schools). The class sizes are generally under 20 and the instructors are always available for individual additional instruction to ensure you succeed. West Point is commonly referred to as the premier leadership academy of the world. Here you will develop yourself into a great leader which will set you up for success later on in the civilian sector. You are required to serve 5 years as an officer in the army after graduation, but your entire education is free, in fact you are paid to attend. Compared to the college debt that follows many students around their whole lives, 5 years of serving your country is a small price to pay and to many it is seen as a great opportunity.

Skyler

Overall, USMA is a good school. There are things (sexual misconduct, drugs, alcohol, etc) that happen behind the scenes that the school tries to not show in order to maintain an imagine. However, if one ignores them, or avoids those situation, it has one of the best educations out there.

James

USMA is an incredible school. The academics are best of the best, and it is a great place to get into and stay in shape. However, only those serious about attending and serving in the Army on active duty should apply. There is a multitude of clubs available for membership that provide outlets for just about any student. All students participate in organized sports in one way or another, and the environment is extremely competitive.

Jacob

West Point does a phenomenal job preparing future officers. While numerous challenges are presented, the resources available to students are more than sufficient to provide an atmosphere which encourages growth and development. The facilities, staff, and faculty all set the standard of superior performance.

United States Military Academy FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at United States Military Academy?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for United States Military Academy is 9%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    My advice to you is to think about what you really want out of life. Do you know who you are and what you can do? If not, going to West Point is the best decision of your life. Even if you get injured and it doesn't work out, the year you will spend there will change and shape you for the rest of your life. Do not be afraid to leap out into the world because no matter what happens, you know who you are and that you will succeed at whatever you put your mind to.

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  3. What kind of person should attend this school?

    The best America has to offer. It is difficult and not for the faint hearted because we lead our country and win its wars.

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  4. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    I consider the hyperfocus on the intercollegiate football team to be a major downside of West Point.

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  5. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    That the work load was going to be outrageous.

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  6. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Developing Officers

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  7. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    A career oriented college preparing us to defend our country.

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  8. Describe the students at your school.

    We are all students that are commissioning into the Army, and we help each other to achieve that goal without comprimising our integrity.

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  9. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about USMA is thfact that I get to join the officers corps after i graduate. This will set me up for a successful future in many ways and it will also allow me to serve my country.

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  10. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    You need to be a humble person to attend this school because you will mess up something at some point.

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  11. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The lack of sleep and free time. The school puts a lot of requirments on its students and its sometimes hard to get everything done but that is the whole point they want to put you in a hard situation adn see how you react

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  12. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    Small classes, price, availability of teachers

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  13. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    It is one of the only schools in the country which provides you with not only a good education but also leadership experience.

    Read all  3 answers
  14. What are the academics like at your school?

    Teachers at the United States Military Academy are phenomenal. Many use their experiences in the Army and as previously deployed soldiers to connect well-organized lessons to what students may expect upon commissioning into the big Army.

    Read all  1 answers
  15. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    This school is not for individuals who are not seeking a high ranking position in the military (or as a CEO for a major corporation). Along with rigorous schedules and requirements, there are numerous opportunities involving travel around the world in order to build on the skills West Point builds in its cadets. I highly recommend this school for hardworking people willing to give of themselves for their country.

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Student Body

Students

20%

female

80%

male

4,389

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

92%

Out-Of-State

5%

In-State

3%

International

Organizations

86

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

99%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
1%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
6%
% Black or African-American
11%
% Hispanic/Latino
12%
% White or Caucasian
64%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

N/A of students attending United States Military Academy receive some sort of financial aid. N/A were awarded federal grants. While N/A received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

N/A

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

N/A

Books and Supplies

N/A

Room and Board

N/A

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
N/A
$30 - $48K
N/A
$48 - $75K
N/A
$75 - $110K
N/A
$110K & UP
N/A

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