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About Bill Taylor
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I can answer questions about admissions to West Point; about the history of West Point; about how to travel to West Point, where to eat, where to stay, etc.; and about West Point`s alumni organization, the West Point Association of Graduates.
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I am a 1970 Graduate of West Point. I served six years on active duty and another 8 years in the active reserve. I have been actively involved as a Field Admissions Representative for over 15 years and have participated on my Congressman's Academy Selection Panel for over 20 years. I am actively involved in West Point Alumni affairs, serving in roles both with the West Point Association of Graduates and the local alumni chapter in Annapolis, MD. I also have two sons who graduated from West Point in 1995 and 2001. Both are veterans of the Iraq war and continue to serve on Active Duty in the Army.
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Expert: Bill Taylor - 10/22/2009
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Hi, I live outside of the US and have never lives in the US, but I am a United States Citizen. Would I be considered an international student or not? If I am not considered an international student how would I get an endorsment? None of my family members have served in the army.
Answer
It's good to hear from you, Alejandro. Thanks for your interest in West Point. I apologize for the delayed response as I have been slammed with work.
Presuming that you are a US Citizen, you would apply for regular admission to the Academy, NOT as an International Cadet. If your parents are also US Citizens they have a domicile (or home of record) in the US. You would apply for congressional nominations in the state and district of that domicile. The fact that none of your family members have served in the military has NO bearing on your candidacy for admission to West Point.
Since you have a special circumstance, I would suggest that you contact Admissions directly at 845-938-4041 and explain your situation and ask them to tell you how to proceed.
You should also explore the Admissions website at www.westpoint.edu/admissions to learn about admissions requirements and the admissions program.
Good luck in your quest, Alejandro.
Best Regards,
Bill Taylor
Gambrills, MD
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