Rep. Becerra visits with cadet Matt LeBlanc, who was nominated from California's 31st congressional district
currently enrolled at the Air Force Academy in Colorado. |
As a Member of Congress, I have the distinct honor of nominating promising candidates to the United States service academies. I have taken great pride over the years in nominating a number of talented young people from my district.
As some of the most selective institutions of higher learning, our nation’s prestigious service academies provide an excellent opportunity to earn a top-notch college education and prepare young men and women for successful careers as officers in the military and beyond. |
Click here to hear Rep. Becerra talk about the importance of attending our nation's prestigious military service academies.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
All candidates applying for a congressional nomination must meet the following eligibility requirements as of July 1st of the year of admission to a service academy:
- Be a U.S citizen and legal resident of the 31st Congressional District of California.
- Be at least 17 years of age and not past their 23rd birthday (25 for the Merchant Marine Academy).
- Be unmarried, not pregnant, and have no legal obligation to support children or other dependents.
Please note that the acceptance of an appointment to a United States service academy commits a candidate to six years of active duty service after graduation.
APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are interested in applying for a congressional nomination to a service academy, send a request for a U.S. Service Academy Nomination Application to:
Congressman Xavier Becerra
Attn: Service Academy Nomination
1910 Sunset Blvd Ste 560
Los Angeles, CA 90026
In your letter, please include your name, mailing address, daytime phone number, email address, and the year you plan to enter the academy.
You may also click here to download the U.S. Service Academy Nomination Application form. Make sure to complete the application, print it, sign it, and mail or deliver it to the District Office before the deadline.
Please note that we are currently accepting applications for 2009 entry. Completed applications and all accompanying documents must be submitted directly to my District Office by November 15, 2008.