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West Point

Acceptance rate
12
%
ACT middle 50%
27
–
33
Applications
12320
Undergraduates
4473

Overview

The United States Military Academy at West Point, established in 1802, is a prestigious federal service academy located in West Point, New York. Renowned for its rigorous academic programs and leadership development, West Point offers a comprehensive education that combines a strong liberal arts curriculum with engineering and science disciplines, preparing cadets for service as officers in the U.S. Army. The academy emphasizes character development, physical fitness, and ethical leadership, fostering a commitment to duty, honor, and country. With a storied history and a tradition of producing distinguished military leaders, West Point provides a unique environment where students are challenged intellectually, physically, and morally, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to lead and serve the nation.

Admissions Information

Applications received
12320
Students admitted
1534
Acceptance rate
12
%
Undergraduate enrollment
4473
Admissions data:
2024-25
·
IPEDS (HD2025, IC2025, ADM2024, DRVEF2024)

Test Scores

Middle 50% scores
25th percentile
75th percentile
SAT Reading & Writing
600
710
SAT Math
600
720
ACT Composite
27
33
Students submitting SAT
68
%
Test policy
Required

Application Information

Regular deadline
Early deadline
Accepts the Common Application
No
College Board code
2924

Characteristics

School type
Public
Military
Setting
Town: Fringe
Undergraduate size
2,500–7,500
Athletics
Division I
Intercollegiate
Intramural
Club
Competitiveness
Highly Competitive

Contact information

Address
606 Thayer Road, West Point, NY 10996-5000
Phone
(845) 938-4041

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