I've been considering applying to West Point and I'm curious about what military rank I would have after graduating. Does anyone know what graduates are commissioned as in the Army? Any insights would be helpful!
Sure, happy to provide some information on this. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy (USMA), better known as West Point, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army. The rank of second lieutenant is the lowest commissioned officer rank in the U.S. Army.
It's also worth noting that after serving as a second lieutenant for approximately 18 months, the officer is then generally promoted to the rank of first lieutenant. Promotion to the next ranks, such as Captain, Major, and so on, typically happen as the officer gains experience, accumulates service time, and demonstrates their competence and leadership capabilities.
Obviously, the specific timeline can vary based on army needs and an individual's performance, but that's the general progression. Hope that helps!
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