The four main factors examined are academic excellence, leadership ability, physical aptitude, and motivation for a military career. Qualifications for admission include consideration of scholastic examination scores, class rank, extra curricular activities, athletics, and physical examinations. Selection is determined on an individual basis through evaluation of all phases of a candidate's life. Physical aptitude examination is required for all nominees.
Medical examination is required for all applicants.
To apply send a completed application and the following items to Senator Byron Dorgan, Military Academy Appointments, P.O. Box 2579, Bismarck, ND 58502.