Academics

The United States Military Academy provides a top-tier undergraduate education that develops leaders of character.

Academics

The United States Military Academy provides a top-tier undergraduate education that develops leaders of character.

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Academic Program

West Point's curriculum provides a grounding in the liberal arts and engineering, a study of a discipline in depth, and experiential learning opportunities that prepare cadets to think critically, internalize their professional identity, and employ their education to help build the Army and the nation’s future. Integrated into every course and experience are elements designed to foster cadets' character development.

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Academics by the Numbers

At West Point, class sizes are the only things that are small, ensuring personalized attention and close mentorship from world-class faculty. Beyond that, the scope of academic opportunity is vast. With a variety of majors, numerous minors, and an array of interdisciplinary programs, cadets can tailor their education to match their interests and career goals. State-of-the-art laboratories, advanced simulation centers, and cutting-edge research facilities provide hands-on learning that goes far beyond textbooks. Whether leading a team project, publishing original research, or presenting at national conferences, cadets have near-limitless opportunities to grow into academic leaders of character - ready to tackle the challenges of a complex, ever-changing world.

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15-18
Average Class Size
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28
Scholars Program Opportunities
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1000+
Internships Offered Annually
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36
Academic Majors
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“The nation that makes a great distinction between its scholars and its warriors will have its thinking done by cowards and its fighting done by fools.”

– Thucydides

Enrichment Opportunities

Cadets have numerous unique opportunities to apply their academic discipline in real-world environments and tackle contemporary, highly relevant challenges facing the Army, the nation, and the world. These experiences often place cadets side by side with military leaders, civilian experts, and international partners, allowing them to apply classroom learning to complex and dynamic problems. Whether developing innovative solutions for operational needs, contributing to cutting-edge scientific research, or engaging in cross-cultural exchanges, cadets gain valuable professional experience, broaden their perspectives, and strengthen the leadership skills that will serve them throughout their military careers.

Internships

From government offices to private companies to global non-profit organizations, cadets participate in world-class immersive internships that broaden their experience and deepen their understanding - allowing them to become more well-rounded leaders of character.

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Extracurricular Activities

Cadets have numerous academic enrichment opportunities through more than 60 academic clubs, myriad forums, and hundreds of conferences.

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Study Abroad

Cadets engage in immersive cultural experiences, varying from spending a semester abroad at a partner institution to working over spring break in a foreign country or engaging in military training with a foreign military.

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Service Academy Exchange Program (SAEP)

Through the SAEP, cadets can spend a semester at one of USMA’s sister federal service agencies, fostering camaraderie among the institutions and providing cross-training opportunities for the program's participants. ADD FAEP info?

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Scholars Program

West Point runs several programs focused on helping cadets prepare for and win prestigious scholarships. These programs are very successful in helping cadets earn opportunities for advanced study in pursuit of their goals and facilitating their progress on the path to becoming leaders of character.

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West Point Faculty

West Point’s outstanding faculty, who are rated among America’s most accessible, are dedicated teachers of more majors and minors than any other service academy and of the best leadership training in the nation, combining academic leadership courses with hands-on experiences.

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Academic News

  • June Graduation

    Friday, June 13, 2025

  • R-Day 2025

    Monday, June 30, 2025

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