Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) has announced that her office is taking applications for students in the seventh district for military service academies.
Applications are being taken for the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA), Naval Academy (USNA), Coast Guard Academy (USCGA), Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), and Military Academy (USMA) at West Point.
“Nominating young people from Alabama’s 7th Congressional District to attend our nation’s military service academies is one of my most rewarding responsibilities as a Member of Congress,” said Sewell.
“Our service academies offer an exceptional education, unparalleled leadership development, and the opportunity to serve our country. I encourage all eligible students who are committed to public service and interested in pursuing this path to apply. I look forward to supporting the next generation of Alabama leaders as they answer the call to serve.”
To be considered for nomination applicants are required to be be legally domiciled within the boundaries of the 7th Congressional District.
Applicants must be at least 17-years-old but not yet 23, be a U.S. citizen, be unmarried, not be pregnant, and have no legal obligation to support children or other dependents, said a press release from Sewell.
They are also to meet the academic, medical, and physical requirements established by the academy to which they are applying.
"Students seeking a congressional nomination must complete the nomination process through Rep. Sewell’s office in addition to completing the admissions application for the service academy or academies they wish to attend," said the press release.
"A completed nomination packet includes the required application materials, standardized test scores, three letters of recommendation, a high school transcript, and an official college transcript, if applicable. Applicants are encouraged to include their academic achievements, extracurricular activities, leadership experience, awards, honors, and other accomplishments."
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