Stupak Takes Applications for Military Academy Nominations

U.S. Congressman Bart Stupak is accepting applications from students seeking a congressional nomination to the United States Air Force Academy, United States Naval Academy, United States Military Academy at West Point, and United States Merchant Marine Academy.

To be eligible for a congressional nomination, applicants must be a legal resident of Michigan's 1st Congressional District, at least 17 years old and not past the age of 23 by July 1 of the year of academy entry, unmarried with no dependents, a United States citizen of high moral character, and able to meet high leadership, academic, physical, and medical standards.

A Citizens Advisory Committee made up of community representatives from throughout the Michigan's 1st Congressional District reviews candidate application files, interviews the candidates, and recommends selections for nominations.

To be eligible for an interview, all necessary paperwork must be completed by October 11. All recommendations are based on a competitive application process.

For more information, contact Congressman Stupak's office at (800) 950-7371.