Hey, does anyone have a reliable source or maybe a personal comprehensive list of all military colleges in the US? I'm exploring multiple routes for my future and want to consider all my options.
Hello! It's great that you are considering military colleges as a part of your future. Below is a list of military colleges in the United States:
1. United States Military Academy (West Point, New York)
2. United States Naval Academy (Annapolis, Maryland)
3. United States Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs, Colorado)
4. United States Coast Guard Academy (New London, Connecticut)
5. United States Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point, New York)
Apart from these federal institutions, there are also Senior Military Colleges (SMCs) that offer a four-year Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program, and they maintain military customs and traditions:
1. Norwich University (Northfield, Vermont)
2. Texas A&M University (College Station, Texas)
3. The Citadel (Charleston, South Carolina)
4. Virginia Military Institute (Lexington, Virginia)
5. University of North Georgia (Dahlonega, Georgia)
6. Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets (Blacksburg, Virginia)
Finally, there's a category called Military Junior Colleges (MJCs). These are two-year schools that offer an early commissioning program:
1. Valley Forge Military Academy and College (Wayne, Pennsylvania)
2. New Mexico Military Institute (Roswell, New Mexico)
3. Georgia Military College (Milledgeville, Georgia)
Each college has its own unique set of strengths, so make sure to evaluate the fit with your personal goals and aspirations.
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