A congressional nomination is the first step to attending one of America's four congressional service academies. Congressman Moran is honored to nominate outstanding young men and women from East Texas for this privilege.
Admission to a service academy comes with the commitment to serve a minimum of five years in the military upon graduation.
The U.S. Coast Guard Academy (New London, CT) is the fifth service academy, but it does not require a congressional nomination for admission. Students apply directly through the Coast Guard Academy. Visit uscga.edu for details.
To be eligible for a nomination from Congressman Moran's office, applicants must meet all of the following requirements at the time of application:
Nomination limit: Congressman Moran may nominate up to 15 individuals per vacant academy slot. Being nominated does not guarantee admission — each academy makes final appointment decisions independently.
Nomination Process - Year Before Desired Entry
Beginning in May of your junior year, contact Congressman Moran's District Office to request a Service Academy nomination application packet. This is the official start of the process.
(903) 561-6349 and ask to speak with the Service Academy Coordinator.
Begin your application directly with the academy at the same time. Nomination and academy admission are parallel processes - a nomination alone does not secure a slot.
Return your completed nomination application packet to Congressman Moran's office. Include all required materials. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
Our office reviews all applications and may conduct interviews. Up to 15 candidates are nominated per vacant slot. All nominees are notified of their status.
Each academy independently evaluates nominated candidates and issues appointments. Factors include academic achievement, physical fitness, leadership, and character.
The full list of required materials is included in the nomination application packet from our office. Begin gathering these early — many take time to request or prepare.
Tip: The full detail of what each academy requires is available in each academy's catalog and on their official website. Our nomination packet will walk you through the complete process step by step.
Call the Tyler District Office and ask to speak with the Service Academy Coordinator.
They will walk you through the process and send you the full application packet. Best wishes as you pursue this extraordinary
opportunity to serve our country.