Congressman Pat Ryan will host his second annual Fall Service Academy Information Session on Friday, Sept. 20 from 6-8 p.m. on the SUNY Orange campus at One Washington Center in Newburgh. The event is open to the public. Students, parents, and educators interested in learning about the Service Academy nomination process, meeting nomination board interviewers, or discovering other pathways to service are encouraged to attend.

“At West Point, I learned to live a life grounded in duty, honor, and service to our county. Nominating the next generation of leaders is an incredible privilege,” Ryan said. “Our military is also one of our most diverse institutions. My goal is to develop an officer corps that reflects our community. This starts by reaching out to everyone in New York’s 18th Congressional District and empowering them with the information and resources to take part in the nomination process - I hope to see any young person interested in pursuing national service there.”

Applicants to the United States Air Force, Merchant Marine, Military, and Naval academies must first receive a nomination from a member of either the U.S. Senate or U.S. House of Representatives or can receive service-connected nominations if they are currently enlisted in the U.S. Military. The U.S. Air Force, Military, and Naval academies also accept nominations from the U.S. President and Vice President. The United States Coast Guard Academy does not require a nomination.

Nominated applicants then must apply to and receive an appointment from the respective U.S. Service Academy itself.

The application period for fall 2025 admission closes on November 1, 2024. Interested constituents can find additional information on the nomination process on Congressman Ryan’s website or by contacting his district offices at 845-443-2930.