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Explain Why I Want To Attend A Naval Academy

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I want to attend the United States Naval Academy for a variety of reasons, but my primary motivation is that I want to serve as an officer in the United States Navy.

The concept of purpose best describes why I want to become a Naval Officer. Throughout high school, I have cherished my opportunities to lead teams towards the accomplishment of meaningful goals, such as collecting life-saving blood for nearby hospitals, and assisting struggling students and community members. These service opportunities are deeply meaningful to me, but as I have learned from my grandfather, who served in the U.S. Army during World War Two, my step-father, a retired U.S. Air Force veteran, and my other grandfather, who served as a Naval Officer during the Vietnam …show more content…

Naval Academy offers an exceptional education and impressive academic internships with institutions such as NASA & Boeing and summer training cruises within the Navy itself. These challenging opportunities will enable me to further develop my leadership & critical thinking skills. I have successfully used these skills in the past, but a Naval Academy education will further refine them, allowing me to serve my country fully, both on active duty and in the years to follow.

In September, I had the opportunity to visit the Naval Academy for a “Candidate Visit Weekend.” During my two-night visit, I was paired with a current midshipman, whom I accompanied to classes, meals, and a sports practice. Personally experiencing daily life at the Academy and meeting current midshipmen has reinforced my desire to join their ranks. The most inspiring thing about the midshipmen I met was the effort that they put into succeeding. Being a part of this culture, even for two days, has shown me that I can work just a little harder, and that I can push myself just a little further. Since returning home, I have done just that in numerous ways.

My goal of serving our country with meaningful purpose and responsibility is clear to me. I am confident that attending the United States Naval Academy is the most effective way for me to achieve this objective, and for this reason, I request your

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