Apply now for academy nominations
JANESVILLE--Rep. Paul Ryan is encouraging students and eligible military personnel in the 1st Congressional District to apply for nominations to the U.S. Air Force, Military, Naval and Merchant Marine academies. All completed applications must be received at his Janesville Constituent Services Center by Wednesday, Oct. 15. Evaluations will be based on a number of factors, including SAT or ACT scores, class rank, grande-point average school records, extracurricular activties, leadership potential, motivation, recommendations and interviews.
"The academies are known for providing a top-quality education as well as preparing graduates for leadership in both military and civilian life. Young people who want to study hard and serve our country should consider applying to a U.S. service academy," Ryan said in a news release.
All applicants to a U.S> service academy must have a nomination from an authorized nominating source. Members of Congress can nominate candidates.
Students seeking a nomination from Ryan should contact the office by calling toll-free 888-909-7926. Nominations forms are available by going to the website http://paulryan.house.gov/academynoinations.
Send applications to Ryan's Janesville Constituent Services Center, attention: Chad Herbert, 10 S. Main St., Suite 10, Janesville, WI 53545.