The laws governing our appointments require that you have a nomination to attend the Academy.

Since the nomination process is lengthy, you should seek a nomination at the same time you return your precandidate questionnaire.

To increase your chances of being selected, you should apply for a nomination from the following officials:

• U.S. Representatives and U.S. Senators:: You can contact your senators and representatives at the following websites: http://www.house.gov/ and http://www.senate.gov. From there you can go to each member's website for specific instructions on the application process, including which office to contact.
• The Vice President.

Nomination guidelines

• Each member of Congress and the Vice President may have five nominated cadets at the Air Force Academy at any one time.
• They may nominate up to ten candidates for each vacancy.
• Vacancies occur when cadets graduate or leave prior to graduation.
• The Academy also reserves a select number of spots for international applicants and applicants from U.S. territories and military-affiliated categories.

Sample Letters

Use these sample formats to prepare your requests for nomination.

1. Congressional and V.P. Sample Letter
2. President or Military Sample Letter
3. U.S. Territory Sample Letter