Is there a cost to the cadet?
Cadets are not required to pay tuition. The course is free to those accepted, with the exception of personal items.

What is the age requirement for cadets?
Applicants must be between 16 and 19 years old on the start date. 19 must be still 19 upon graduation date in order to be inrolled.

When can cadets have visitors?
No visitation is allowed, except on family day or other prescribed times. Letter writing is highly encouraged during the Pre-ChalleNGe phase- preferably in a positive, supportive manner.

Am I allowed to bring
Jewelry? Watch only.
Radio?  No.
Cell phone?  No, cadets will earn phone privileges during the residential phase with limited number of minutes per call.
Video games?  No.
Photos?  Yes, limited number of appropriate photos is permitted.
Food/drinks?  No

Do I need to cut my hair short?
Yes, if you are a male applicant, you will have your hair cut to military standards.  If you are female, hair may be worn up according to standards or cut above the shoulder.

Is clothing issued, or do I need to purchase clothing?
Clothing (BDU pants, coat, boots, beret, gloves, stocking cap, PT attire, and canteen and belt is issued.  Applicants will need to purchase their own undergarments and running shoes that are at least 90% white. (A complete list of approved items will be issued to the applicant upon their acceptance to the program.)

Can male and female cadets communicate?
NO!  Any form of fraternization (letter writing, flirtatious behavior) is forbidden and could get the cadet discharged from the academy.  Cadets are here to concentrate on their educational needs, not dating.