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United States Naval Academy

Annapolis, MD·Public·~9% acceptance

Located in Annapolis, MD, United States Naval Academy is a public university. With an acceptance rate of about 9%, it is among the most selective schools in the United States. About 92% of students graduate.

Average cost
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Deadlines
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Jan 31

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Admissions
GPA range3.46–4
SAT (middle 50%)1210–1410
ACT (middle 50%)25–31
Test policyRequired
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
92%
graduation rate
97%
freshman retention
Not reported
median earnings, 6yr
Not reported
median earnings, 10yr
How United States Naval Academy reads an application

What United States Naval Academy values

Very important
Course rigorGrades (GPA)Class rankApplication essaysRecommendationsInterviewExtracurricularsTalent / abilityWork experienceDemonstrated interest
Important
Test scores
Also considered
Character / personal qualitiesFirst-generation statusAlumni relation (legacy)Geographic residenceReligious commitmentVolunteer work

From United States Naval Academy’s Common Data Set. Put your effort where it counts most.

What United States Naval Academy requires

Required
Grades (GPA)Class rankRecommendationsTOEFL / English proficiency
Considered
Course rigorCollege-prep programTest scoresApplication essaysWork experienceAlumni relation (legacy)

From federal IPEDS data — what United States Naval Academy requires vs considers (not how heavily each is weighed).

Frequently asked questions
What is United States Naval Academy's acceptance rate?
United States Naval Academy admits about 9% of applicants.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for United States Naval Academy?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1210–1410 on the SAT and 25–31 on the ACT.
What are United States Naval Academy's application deadlines?
United States Naval Academy's deadline is Regular Decision around Jan 31. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.
What does United States Naval Academy value most in applicants?
In its most recent Common Data Set, United States Naval Academy rates Course rigor, Grades (GPA), Class rank, Application essays, Recommendations, Interview, Extracurriculars, Talent / ability, Work experience, and Demonstrated interest as "very important" in admissions decisions, and also weighs Test scores. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker to see how your profile lines up.

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