I'm curious about the size of the incoming class at the Naval Academy. Does anyone have an estimate of how many plebes there usually are? Are there any trends in enrollment numbers recently?
The United States Naval Academy typically receives 14,000-16,000 applications each year and tends to accept around 1,200 students, known as "plebes" during their first year. This acceptance rate trends towards approximately 7-10%, making it quite competitive.
However, given that military service obligations associated with Naval Academy, dropout rates can be slightly higher than other institutions. As such, by the end of four years, the graduating class tends to be a bit smaller than the incoming class.
As for recent trends in enrollment, the overall applicant pool has seen an increase in recent years, making acceptance to the Naval Academy increasingly competitive. The number of admitted students, however, tends to stay fairly constant due to capacity limits at the academy. It's always a good idea to check the official Naval Academy website or reach out to the admissions department for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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