Academics The United States Military Academy provides a top-tier undergraduate education that develops leaders of character. Learn about the Academic Program Academics The United States Military Academy provides a top-tier undergraduate education that develops leaders of character. Learn about the Academic Program Academic Program West Point's curriculum provides a grounding in the liberal arts and engineering, a study of a discipline in depth, and experiential learning opportunities that prepare cadets to think critically, internalize their professional identity, and employ their education to help build the Army and the nation’s future. Integrated into every course and experience are elements designed to foster cadets' character development. Explore the Academic Program Academic Statistics 15-18 Average Class Size 28 Undergraduate and Graduate Scholarship Opportunities 1000+ Internships Each Year 62 Academic Clubs & Forums 36 Academic Majors “The Nation that makes a great distinction between its scholars and its warriors will have its thinking done by cowards and its fighting done by fools.” Academic News West Point Dean and McMaster discuss the Warrior Ethos and the Future of Warfare West Point transforms to address future warfare challenges West Point Dean and Professor discuss impact of language on leadership and strengthening alliances West Point Dean and retired Gen. Brooks discuss crisis leadership and information warfare in latest podcast episode Oct 02 West Point Leadership, Ethics, and Diversity in STEM (LEADS), Tulsa, OK Wednesday, October 2, 2024 Oct 11 Family Weekend Friday, October 11, 2024 Oct 14 Columbus Day Monday, October 14, 2024 Nov 11 Veterans Day Monday, November 11, 2024 Projects Day Research Symposium Learn more about the 2024 symposium Majors & Minors Cadets choose from 36 academic majors and have a number of options if they choose to pursue a minor. Explore academic majors & minors Enrichment Opportunities Cadets have numerous academic enrichment opportunities through USMA's 62 academic clubs & forums, and hundreds of conferences, internships, and study abroad opportunities. Explore academic clubs Explore internships Explore study abroad opportunities Explore service academy exchange program West Point Scholars Program West Point Cadets have the opportunity to compete for and win a number of graduate school scholarships and fellowships. Cadets practice their discipline in real-world research environments where they solve contemporary and highly relevant problems. Learn more about the Scholars Program Learn more about Research at West Point West Point Faculty USMA's unique faculty model brings together military and civilian faculty with deep expertise and the best pedagogical approaches. West Point's faculty members are exceptional teachers and accessible mentors committed to developing leaders of character. Learn more about West Point faculty Explore academic departments Learn more about academic support Virtual Academy Tour Launch Experience Explore the U.S. Military Academy Campus Follow Us for Academic Updates on Social Media