Exceptional Leaders Guiding Tomorrow’s Officers

At West Point, your teachers aren’t just professors. They’re Army leaders, researchers, and role models who care deeply about helping you succeed. With real-world experience and degrees from top universities, our faculty are here to challenge you, mentor you, and prepare you to lead in today’s complex world. From your very first class to graduation, you are supported by people who believe in your potential and are dedicated to developing your character and leadership.

Everything about our faculty - from their experience to their dedication - is designed to help you grow into a leader of character. Their teaching, mentorship, and example are part of what makes West Point one of the most respected leadership institutions in the world.

Built for the Mission

The faculty at West Point is shaped by one goal: building leaders of character for the U.S. Army. That means every instructor is part of something bigger - teaching and mentoring future officers who are committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country. The USMA faculty model combines cutting-edge teaching, military experience, and academic expertise - all focused on helping you grow into a confident, capable leader.

Top-Ranked Teaching, Small Classes, Real Impact

West Point is ranked #2 for Most Accessible Professors and #24 for Best Classroom Experience - and it shows. With an average 7:1 student-to-faculty ratio, you get to know your professors well. They don’t just teach - they challenge you to think critically, speak confidently, and solve real problems. And because USMA class sizes are small, you’ll never feel like just another student.

Faculty with Military Experience - and a Mission

You learn from officers and civilians who’ve led soldiers, deployed overseas, and studied at world-class institutions. They teach you the skills and mindset needed to lead in high-stakes situations - both in the classroom and in field training. With their mentorship, you gain more than knowledge. You also gain confidence, courage, and clarity about what it means to lead.

Mentorship That Goes Beyond the Classroom

At West Point, mentorship doesn’t stop when class ends. Faculty coach athletic teams, advise clubs, and often invite cadets to their homes for meals, mentorship, or just a break from the barracks. Through the Cadet Sponsorship Program, you experience what life in an Army family is really like. These relationships make your journey at West Point personal - and unforgettable.

You’re Part of the Research, Not Just Watching It

Want to work on projects that actually matter? Cadets at West Point are involved in research from day one - helping solve real problems that impact the Army and the world. You work alongside faculty on cutting-edge topics and gain hands-on experience that puts you ahead of the curve as a future officer.