Do you get weekends off at West Point?

When academics begin, “first class” cadets (seniors) get twice as many weekend leaves as “second class” cadets (juniors). A “plebe” (freshman) will have only a few weekend passes. Plebes also may leave West Point for extracurricular or cultural trips and athletic trips.

What does a typical day at West Point look like?

Daily Life:

A Cadet Candidate starts the day early; breakfast is served in the Dining Facility at 6:15 a.m. Immediately following breakfast, CCs report to morning accountability formation, then it's straight to class until mid-day when they break for lunch.

Do you get paid while attending West Point?

Fully Funded Education: West Point offers its cadets a fully funded education valued at over $250,000. This includes tuition, books, room and board, and medical and dental insurance. Cadets also receive a monthly stipend (between $200-$525) to pay for their other school and personal expenses.

What happens on R Day at West Point?

R-Day Schedule

Activities include tours of West Point, boat rides on the Hudson River, organ concert in the Cadet Chapel, religious services and receptions, agencies sharing information and the sale of West Point items.

Are there parties at West Point?

What is the party scene like on campus? Lots of options Wednesday-Saturday. Good parties are few and far between.

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Do West Point cadets get summers off?

All cadets receive Christmas, spring, and summer leave, along with the four-day Thanksgiving Break.

Can you have phones at West Point?

Once you complete your training you can use your phone as normal. In Officer Training School we had cell phones we could use during our “free” time but we didn't carry them into the classroom or take them with us during field training.

Does West Point get Christmas break?

All cadets receive Christmas, spring, and summer leave, along with the four-day Thanksgiving Break. Christmas leave is normally two weeks in length following the completion of first semester final examinations. Spring leave is about 10 days, including the weekends.

Can cadets date at West Point?

cadets. (1) Cadets may not date or engage in an overly familiar relationship with United States Military Academy Preparatory School (USMAPS) Cadet Candidates.

What happens after 4 years at West Point?

Upon graduation, you will be commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Army. You must serve a minimum of eight years after you graduate in a combination of Active Duty and Reserve Component Service. During your senior year, you'll find out which specialized field, or “branch,” you will enter.

What GPA is required for West Point?

Year over year, the average GPA for West Point appointees is 3.9. Over 75% of West Point cadets received a GPA of 3.75 or higher during high school. You can make up for a lower GPA (to a certain extent) by focusing on your SAT or ACT scores.

Is West Point harder than Harvard?

Harvard has higher academic standards but West Point has more of a “whole man” (or woman) standard where excellence in physical fitness, sports, leadership, and non-academic extracurricular activities are virtually required for admission.

Why is West Point so hard to get into?

West Point is a selective school, where approximately 1 in 10 applicants are admitted. Beyond its selectivity, applicants must also pass a physical aptitude test in addition to demonstrating academic excellence; for this reason, getting into West Point can be more challenging than other regular colleges.

What is a yuck at West Point?

Yearling – A member of the Sophomore/ Third class. Also known as a “Yuk.”

How many people drop out of West Point?

Whats the drop out rate at west point? We lost about 10–15% of the class the first summer. Most kids just up and quit because West Point wasn't what they expected as they just came from high school.

What time is lights out at West Point?

Technically, it's lights out at 11:30, but I got to stay up and study so I'm going to leave this light on. Nice. Done. Life as a cadet is a mixed bag.

Do West Point graduates keep their uniforms?

Yes, you bought them, so you get to keep them; however, those uniforms are not US Army regulation, so you do have to buy an entire new set of uniforms as a 2nd LT USA. USNA uniforms are in keeping with USN regulations so only the graduates going USMC (or other service) will have to purchase a full new set of uniforms.

How much sleep do West Point cadets get?

The results indicated that New Cadets slept an average of approximately 340 minutes or 5 hours, 40 minutes per night. The results were compared to self-reported survey data to determine whether sleep prior to arrival at West Point matched measured sleep at CBT.

Can you leave campus at West Point?

West Point, for example, requires cadets to be in their rooms at 11 pm on school nights, with lights out at 1 am. And cadets must request in advance permission to leave campus.

How many years do you spend at West Point?

The fully-funded four-year education stands out amongst top non-military universities, and is worth more than $225,000. In exchange, USMA cadets commit to a secure career after graduation as an Army Officer.

How many kids get into West Point every year?

About 1,300 cadets enter the academy each July, with about 1,000 cadets graduating. The academic program grants a Bachelor of Science degree with a curriculum that grades cadets' performance upon a broad academic program, military leadership performance, and mandatory participation in competitive athletics.

How strict is West Point?

The West Point requirements are strict, with only ten percent of applicants making the cut. To have a chance, you must secure a nomination from your Congressperson, be at the top of your class, and show leadership and determination to succeed.

Can you have a dog at West Point?

All dogs outside a fenced yard must be restrained on a leash while in the residential areas at West Point. At no time will animals be tied up and left unattended outdoors. Indoor/Outdoor cats are not allowed on West Point. At no time are cats allowed to be let outdoors without being restrained on a leash.

What is a freshman at West Point called?

1st Class are Seniors (aka Firsties), 2nd Class are Juniors (aka Cows), 3rd Class are Sophmores (aka Yearlings or Yuks), 4th Class are. Freshman (aka Plebes)