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This section describes the specific requirements which candidates must fulfill in addition to obtaining an appointment as outlined in § 575.3.
(a) Age. On 1 July of the year admitted to the Military Academy a candidate must be at least 17 years of age and must not have passed his/her 22d birthday. The age requirements for all candidates are statutory and cannot be waived.
(b) Citizenship. A candidate must be a citizen of the United States, except those appointed specifically as foreign cadets.
(c) Character. Every candidate must be of good moral character.
(d) Marital Status. A candidate must be unmarried and not be pregnant or have a legal obligation to support a child or children.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 32. National Defense § 32.575.5 Entrance requirements - last updated January 02, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-32-national-defense/cfr-sect-32-575-5/
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