Can you become a pilot through West Point?

Yes, it is possible though it would be more realistic to complete airborne school while still a cadet at West Point, then graduate and go to flight school. After flight school, hopefully you would be assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division’s Aviation Brigade.

What MOS can go to airborne school?

Actually, there is no MOS limitations on going to Airborne school. It serves all comers, including people from other services, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and Marine, PHS and NOAA, as well as civilians that might need the training.

Does West Point have an aerospace engineering program?

Our officers attend high-quality graduate programs and obtain Master of Science degrees in civil, mechanical, or aerospace engineering.

What is Option 4 in the Army?

REQUEST Option 4: United States Army Airborne. Option 4 guarantees Airborne training (jump school). Option 24 is a two-year active duty enlistment for applicants who score between 31 and 49 on the Armed Forces Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB).

What can you do with a degree from West Point?

Your Career After West Point   As a West Point graduate, you can expect to have many exciting and rewarding opportunities open to you throughout your lifetime. Joining “The Long Gray Line” of West Point graduates is a mark of distinction, representing high achievement and the promise of outstanding, ethical leadership.

Do West Point cadets outrank noncommissioned officers (NCOs)?

As it turns out, West Point cadets *do* outrank Army noncommissioned officers (NCOs).

Why treat West Point and ROTC cadets with respect?

Of course, there is another reason to treat West Point and ROTC cadets with respect: they are not going to be cadets forever. The best way to train cadets to be officers that their soldiers will look up to and their NCOs will respect is to treat them the way you want them to act.

How can I get a job in the Army?

You can move ahead in your Army career by getting more advanced education and training. If so, you will prepare for higher levels of responsibility, leadership, and specialization required as commanders. Eventually, you will select a career field and may even go on to earn a graduate degree from a leading civilian university.