Turner Accepting Service Academy Nominations

One of the lesser-known honors bestowed on members of Congress is actually a big responsibility: selecting deserving young men and women to attend the nation's service academies.

And according to U.S. Rep. Bob Turner, R-Forest Hils, it's that time this year. Are you or is your child interested in attending one of the nation's service academies? Now's the chance.

“One of the great privileges as a congressman is having the opportunity to nominate young men and women from the Ninth Congressional District to our nation’s service academies," Turner said in a statement. "I encourage all those interested in applying to a service academy and building a foundation for an exciting career as an officer in our military to begin the process by sending in an application to my office."

Applications are due no later than Oct. 31, and can be found on Turner's website at bobturner.house.gov

The application process includes a high school transcript, 500 word essay and three letters of recommendation. Attendance to a service academy is a nine-year commitment, including four years of service at an academy and five years of active duty. 

“It is a great honor to nominate young men and women of such high caliber who wish to make a commitment to our nation’s military and to their future. These men and women will become the leaders of tomorrow,” Turner said.