USNA ESSAY TIPS

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USNA Essay – its a long one, but there’s only one!

USNA Essay question: Describe what led to your initial interest in the naval service and how the Naval Academy will help you achieve your long-range goals. Describe a personal experience you have had which you feel has contributed to your own character development and integrity. (3500 character limit)

AE Guidance: It’s best to break down this essay question as two essays with a 1750 character limit each.

For the first part, its a WHY question, similar to the USMA essay #1. Start by answering when your desire first began and what steps you’ve taken to act on that desire. Conclude by stating your career goals in the Navy, and why this path interests you. By the time you finish, the reader will clearly understand that you know exactly what you’re getting into.

For the second part, its a CHARACTER question, similar to USMA essay #2. Think of challenging experience or leadership challenge, and explain how this ultimately grew you.

Overall, USNA should clearly see your enthusiasm and your character, leadership potential here. You only have 1 long essay here. Make it count!