Videos

Elimination of Race Based Admissions Policies at the Service Academies

The conversation around race in college admissions has shifted dramatically in recent years. After the Supreme Court struck down race-based admissions in civilian colleges and universities, all eyes turned to the U.S. Service Academies. So where do things stand today?

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Candidate Fitness Assessment (CFA) Frequently Asked Questions

The Candidate Fitness Assessment (CFA) is a critical component of the service academy application process. Designed to evaluate a candidate’s physical readiness for the rigorous demands of academy life, the CFA measures strength, agility, speed, and endurance through a series of timed exercises.

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SAT/ACT Frequently Asked Questions

Aiming for a Service Academy? Let’s be clear: your SAT/ACT score is a major player in their admissions process. This video breaks down your most common SAT/ACT questions, giving you the insights to boost your candidate score and solidify your path to acceptance.

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DODMERB: The New DMACS 2.0 Portal Complete Walkthrough

DODMERB recently launched DMACS 2.0, a new applicant portal. This is one of the most important—and often confusing parts of your Service Academy journey. In this video, we will give you a complete walkthrough of the DMACS 2.0 portal, showing you exactly how to navigate the system and track your medical status.

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Summer Seminar Frequently Asked Questions

Summer Seminar is a unique experience for rising high school seniors to experience life in the academy first hand. This video breaks down everything you need to know about the Summer Seminar experience and how to make the most out of it.

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