Admissions Tour

Open to any current or future applicants and their parents.

Our admissions tours offer a detailed informational briefing about the application process, as well as a guided tour of West Point's grounds with an admissions officer. This visit will showcase the academic, leadership, and physical pillars that serve as the foundation of the West Point experience. It allows future & current applicants to get a glimpse into cadet life.

Tours are only offered on select weekdays during the academic year and summer - preregistration is required. Capacity is limited, and tours are intended only for the candidate and their parent(s).

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Overnight Candidate Visit

Open only to current applicants with an appointment offer, a conditional offer of admissions (Letter of Assurance), or by invitation of a regional admissions officer.

Overnight visits provide current candidates with the opportunity to experience a full day in the life of a West Point cadet, shadowing their cadet host to classes, meals, extracurriculars, and more.  Candidates will stay overnight in the barracks and will eat meals in the West Point Mess Hall.

Overnight visits are only available to candidates in the current application cycle who have an appointment offer, a conditional offer of admission (Letter of Assurance), or are highly competitive and have received an invitation from their regional admissions officer. Overnight visits are offered select weekdays during the academic semesters, and pre-registration with application portal login is required.

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Summer Leaders Experience

For rising high school seniors

Looking for a more immersive experience? At the Summer Leaders Experience (SLE), you will explore West Point from all angles, including our high-tech educational facilities, team-building athletic activities, and realistic military training. 

Approximately 1,100 students are selected to attend the weeklong SLE program each summer. You must be between your junior and senior years in high school to attend.

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Public Tours

For general visitors

If you're visiting West Point to experience its rich history and iconic landscape, public tours are available through West Point Tours at 845.446.4724.

Public tours are separate from Admissions Tours and are designed for visitors who are not participating in the admissions process. Get more visitors information on the Gateway for Visitors page.

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