McCaul Accepting Applications for Class of 2030 Service Academy Nominations

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) announced his office is now accepting applications for students in Texas’ 10th district seeking a congressional nomination to a United States service academy. Every year, the congressman may nominate up to 15 candidates per service academy from his district to be considered for appointment at the United States Air Force, Merchant Marine, Military, and Naval Academies.

“It’s a privilege to nominate several of my district's most outstanding young men and women to the United States service academies each year," said Rep. McCaul. "I commend these brave and patriotic young Texans as they apply for a spot at one of these prestigious universities and look forward to their bright futures defending our nation."

To be considered for an appointment, an applicant must meet the minimum admissions standards set by each individual service academy. Admission to the service academies is based on SAT/ACT scores, class rank, physical aptitude scores, extracurricular activities, athletic abilities, medical examinations, and a panel interview. 

The application process is now open on a rolling basis from April 28, 2025, until Friday, September 19, 2025. For more information or to request a packet, please visit here and contact our academy nominations coordinator, Destinee Vargas, at destinee.vargas@mail.house.gov or (979) 431-6480.

Additional information may be found on the congressman’s Frequently Asked Questions for those seeking a Service Academy Nomination page.

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