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Kilili opens applications for Naval Academy
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Posted on Dec 18 2008
Delegate-elect Gregorio “Kilili” C. Sablan is encouraging young men and women from the CNMI to apply to the U.S. Naval Academy. There is one slot open for the Northern Marianas. But act fast—deadline is Jan. 15.
“Attending the Naval Academy is a wonderful opportunity for anyone who wants to serve their country and receive a top notch education,” said Sablan. “I am looking forward to nominating committed young people who will do the Northern Marianas and our county proud.”
The NMI Delegate can select up to 10 nominees. The Naval Academy then makes the final selection for the one position open to the Northern Marianas. The student will begin his or her education in the fall of 2009.
To begin the application process, go to the Naval Academy website: http://www.usna.edu/Admissions/steps.htm. Applicants should also submit a letter of request to Sablan by Jan. 15, 2009. Letters of request may be mailed to Sablan at either P.O. Box 500379, Saipan MP 96950 or 423 Cannon House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515.
Only U.S. citizens and legal residents of the NMI are eligible for nomination. They must be at least 17 years old and not older than 23 by July 1 of the year of entry to the academy. High school graduation is required. The complete application requires a student essay and SAT or ACT test scores.
“It is not an easy process,” said Sablan. “But we have had a number of NMI students successfully apply and graduate from the US military academies. I know we have the talent.”
At the Naval Academy, located in Annapolis, Maryland, students get a first-rate, and entirely free, college education. The U.S. government invests approximately $250,000 in educating each academy cadet. Graduates become commissioned officers in the U.S. Navy.
“I am very, very excited to be able to nominate students from the NMI to the Naval Academy as one of my first acts in office,” said Sablan. “I am encouraging all interested students to contact my office as soon as possible. I don’t want anyone to miss out.” [B][I](PR)[/I][/B]
