Flat feet disqualification concerns for Naval Academy?

I have flat feet and am worried it might disqualify me from being admitted to the Naval Academy. Does anyone know the current medical requirements regarding this condition?

Hello! Rest assured, the presence of flat feet, also known as pes planus, doesn't automatically disqualify someone from military service or acceptance into a service academy like the United States Naval Academy.

The key factor is whether you experience any associated pain or other symptoms that could interfere with military duties. Service branches generally prefer recruits to have sufficient arches, but flat feet aren't an automatic disqualification unless they lead to symptoms that could impair your performance.

If you have asymptomatic flat feet—meaning they do not cause pain during physical activity, or do not limit your mobility or function in any way—you would generally be medically cleared. But if your flat feet are symptomatic, meaning they cause pain, mobility limitations, or other issues, then you might receive a medical disqualification.

However, even if you have symptomatic flat feet, you could still potentially receive a medical waiver considering on the specifics of your situation and the needs of the service academy.

All of this is to say that every case is unique, so I would recommend contacting the Naval Academy directly or consulting with a physician for details specific to your situation. The admissions officers or a military physician would be able to talk you through the medical standards and requirements to give you a clearer answer.