Academics The United States Military Academy provides a top-tier undergraduate education that develops leaders of character. Academics The United States Military Academy provides a top-tier undergraduate education that develops leaders of character. Academic Program West Point's curriculum provides cadets experiential learning opportunities that prepare them to think critically, internalize their professional identity, and employ their education to help build the Army and the Nation’s future. Integrated into every course and experience are elements designed to foster cadets' character development. Explore the academic program Explore academic majors and minors AI from Foundational Concepts to Applied Expertise Explore West Point's approach Explore, Excel, and Lead With 36 majors to choose from - including the #3 undergraduate engineering program - you'll get a world-class education backed by elite rankings and powerful outcomes. Join a legacy of excellence that includes 96 Rhodes Scholars and top-tier science lab facilities, all at one of the nation's best public colleges. 36 Majors to Choose From #3 Undergraduate Engineering Program 96 Rhodes Scholars #3 Public Colleges and Universities #22 Best Science Lab Facilities “The nation that makes a great distinction between its scholars and its warriors will have its thinking done by cowards and its fighting done by fools.” Enrichment Opportunities Cadets have numerous unique opportunities to apply their academic discipline in real-world environments and tackle contemporary, highly relevant challenges facing the Army, the nation, and the world. These experiences often place cadets side by side with military leaders, civilian experts, and international partners, allowing them to apply classroom learning to complex and dynamic problems. Whether developing innovative solutions for operational needs, contributing to cutting-edge scientific research, or engaging in cross-cultural exchanges, cadets gain valuable professional experience, broaden their perspectives, and strengthen the leadership skills that will serve them throughout their military careers. Internships From government offices to private companies to global non-profit organizations, cadets may participate in world-class immersive internships that broaden their experience and deepen their understanding to become well-rounded leaders of character. Explore internships Scholars Program West Point runs several programs focused on helping cadets prepare for and win prestigious scholarships. These programs help cadets earn opportunities for advanced study in pursuit of their goals and facilitate their progress on the path to becoming leaders of character. Explore the Scholars Program Military Immersion & Exchange Cadets engage in immersive cultural experiences, spending a semester abroad at a foreign military institution, working over spring break in another country, or engaging in training with a foreign military. Explore opportunities Service Academy Exchange Program (SAEP) Through the SAEP, cadets can spend a semester at one of USMA’s sister federal service agencies, fostering camaraderie among the institutions and providing cross-training opportunities for the program's participants. Learn more about the SAEP Projecting Lethality Explore the annual intellectual theme Small Classes. Big Impact. At a place where the average class has just 15–18 students and a 6:1 student-to-faculty ratio, you won’t just attend class - you’ll be known, challenged, and supported. Ranked #3 for both public schools and professor accessibility, this is where standout students experience a truly standout education. 6:1 Student to Faculty Ratio #3 Top Public Schools 15-18 Average Class Size #2 Most Accessible Professors #24 Best Classroom Experience West Point Faculty West Point’s outstanding faculty, who are rated among America’s most accessible, are dedicated teachers of more majors and minors than any other service academy and of the best leadership training in the nation, combining academic leadership courses with hands-on experiences. Explore academic departments Learn more about West Point faculty Learn more about academic support Academic News United States Military Academy launches the Department of Chemical and Biological Science and Engineering West Point expands academic modernization with development of Department of History and War Studies West Point Continues Academic Modernization to Meet Future Warfare Demands Cadet Cyber Team/EECS squad places second at NSA Cyber Exercise Nov 26 Thanksgiving Break Wednesday, November 26, 2025 Dec 03 Branch Night Wednesday, December 3, 2025 Dec 12 Last Day of Classes Friday, December 12, 2025 Dec 15 Fall Term End Exams (TEEs) Monday, December 15, 2025 Virtual Academy Tour Launch Experience Explore the USMA Campus Explore Robotics Research Center Explore Bartlett Hall Follow the Dean Get the lastest on academics at USMA.