United States Military Academy

West Point, United States of America

The United States Military Academy was started in 1802. It is a United States service academy in West Point, New York, USA. It is one of the oldest of the five American service academies and educates cadets for the United States Army.

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West Point, United States of America

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Do international graduates need a visa to serve in the U.S. Army?

No. The small number of international cadets from partner nations are commissioned as officers in their home country's military, not the U.S. Army. They return to their home nations after graduation.

What is the service obligation for international cadets?

International cadets commit to serving as officers in their home nation's armed forces for a period specified by a bilateral agreement between their country and the United States.

Is there a path to U.S. citizenship through attending West Point?

Appointment to West Point is generally limited to U.S. citizens. There are very rare exceptions for a limited number of international cadets nominated by their own governments, and these individuals do not receive U.S. citizenship through their attendance.