FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Parents: Explore Prestigious, Fully Funded U.S. Service Academy Opportunities at Upcoming Academy Day Events Across WV
West Virginia – Parents of middle and high school students across the Mountain State are encouraged to learn more about one of the most prestigious and valuable educational opportunities available to young Americans — an appointment to a U.S. Service Academy. These appointments offer a fully funded college education valued at $240,000 to over $400,000, along with a guaranteed leadership career in military service upon graduation.
In recent years, students from Berkeley, Cabell, Greenbrier, Harrison, Jefferson, Marion, Mercer, Morgan, Ohio, Putnam, Randolph, Wayne, and Wood counties have successfully earned appointments to U.S. Service Academies and Preparatory Schools — and many have already begun their journeys this past summer. West Virginia students who graduated from Service Academies in 2025 are now launching exciting careers in fields ranging from engineering to aviation, cybersecurity, medicine, and national defense.
Early Awareness is Key
While West Virginia students are more than capable of meeting the academic, physical, and leadership challenges these institutions demand, awareness is often the first barrier. Families must begin exploring these opportunities early in a student’s academic path to align coursework, extracurriculars, and fitness to meet the rigorous application standards.
Having an informed support system — including parents, educators, and mentors — is crucial during the nomination and application process.
Attend Academy Day 2025 — No Registration Required
To support families and school officials, Academy Day 2025 events will be held across West Virginia. These events are free and open to students, parents, guardians, educators, and homeschool groups who want to learn more about the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Military Academy (West Point), U.S. Naval Academy, and ROTC scholarship programs.
Academy Day will include:
Academy and ROTC representatives
Mock interviews for student preparation
Information on the nomination process
A Dept. of Defense Medical Examination Review Board (DoDMERB) representative (at select locations)
Guidance on physical, academic, and character qualifications
Academy Day 2025 Schedule
Region | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Charleston Area | Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | South Charleston High School, 1 Eagle Way, S. Charleston, WV 25309 |
Southern WV | Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Woodrow Wilson High School (Auditorium), 400 Stanaford Rd, Beckley, WV 25801 |
Eastern Panhandle | Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Jefferson High School, 4141 Flowing Springs Rd, Shenandoah Junction, WV 25442 * |
Northern WV | Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | University High School, 131 Bakers Ridge Rd, Morgantown, WV 26508 * |
* DoDMERB representative will be available to answer questions at these locations.
Why Attend?
These events offer the best starting point for any student considering a future in service and leadership. Students who plan ahead — even beginning as early as middle school — are better positioned to meet the high standards and take full advantage of these life-changing opportunities.
Parents and guardians: please encourage your students to attend. This could be the first step toward an elite education and an honorable career path — all fully funded.
For more information or questions, please contact your local guidance counselor or visit your congressional representative’s website for academy nomination details.
