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Two weeks to Service Academy application deadline
Washington, DC,
October 16, 2008
Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today announced that there are only two weeks left for students to apply for admission to the nation's service academies through her Congressional office. Students can submit applications to Rep. Foxx&
Contact: Aaron Groen Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today announced that there are only two weeks left for students to apply for admission to the nation’s service academies through her Congressional office. Students can submit applications to Rep. Foxx’s office for the Naval Academy, the Air Force Academy, the Merchant Marine Academy, the Coast Guard Academy and the Military Academy at West Point. “America’s service academies provide incredible opportunities for young people looking to serve as the next generation of American leaders,” Foxx said. “While the selection and training process are rigorous, the benefit of a lifetime of service to our country cannot be overestimated. With just two weeks left before the application deadline I encourage students to finalize and submit their applications.” The deadline for the 2008 application season is November 1, 2008. To be considered for an appointment to a service academy, an applicant must meet the eligibility requirements established by law and be nominated by an authorized person such as a Member of Congress. Students pursuing a nomination should contact Congresswoman Foxx’s District Office in Clemmons, NC at (336) 778-0211 or visit her website at www.foxx.house.gov for additional information about submitting completed applications. An applicant for a nomination must meet the following eligibility requirements as of July 1 of the year of admission to a service academy: He or she must be at least 17 years old, but not have passed the 23rd birthday, must be a United States citizen, and must be unmarried, not pregnant, and have no legal obligation to support children or other dependents. |