R 241227Z JUL 25 MARADMIN 347/25 MSGID/GENADMIN/CG MCRC QUANTICO VA// SUBJ/ENLISTED APPLICATIONS TO THE NAVAL ACADEMY CLASS OF 2030// REF/A/MSGID:  DOC/CMC/YMD:  20151027// REF/B/MSGID:  DOC/CMC/YMD:  20100901// REF/C/MSGID:  DOC/NAVMED/YMD:  20230421// REF/D/MSGID:  DOC/OPNAV/YMD:  20091214// REF/E/MSGID:  MCRC OCM/-/YMD:  20250306// NARR/REFERENCE (A) IS MCO 1040.43B ENLISTED TO OFFICER COMMISSIONING PROGRAMS.  REFERENCE (B) IS MCO 1560.25 MARINE CORPS LIFELONG  LEARNING PROGRAM.  REFERENCE (C) IS NAVMED P-117 MANUAL OF THE MEDICAL DEPARTMENT.  REFERENCE (D) IS OPNAVINST 1420.1B, ENLISTED TO OFFICER COMMISSIONING PROGRAMS APPLICATION ADMINISTRATIVE MANUAL (NAVALACADEMY, CHAPTER 3).   REFERENCE (E) IS MCRCO 1100.2B OFFICER COMMISSIONING MANUAL.//  POC/J. T. HARRISON/MCRC/G3/ON-E/TEL: 703-784-9447/-/EMAIL:  [email protected]// GENTEXT/REMARKS/1.  The United States Naval Academy (USNA) is  seeking top performing, energetic Marines from the Active and  Reserve Components who have demonstrated strong leadership for  admission to the USNA Class of 2030. Among each USNA class is a  corps of prior-enlisted Sailors and Marines who infuse peer-level  fleet experience into the Brigade of Midshipmen. Years from now,  these young men and women from all walks of life will lead our  fleet. Commanding Officers are encouraged to identify motivated  Marines who meet the criteria and may be good candidates for  selection to the USNA. 1.a.  All interested Marines are encouraged to read the  All Navy (ALNAV) message 054/25 at:   https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Portals/55/Messages/ALNAV /ALN2025/ALN25054.pdf?ver=h8SzJiOZasaTimLTn3jj5A%3d%3d  2.  Eligibility Requirements 2.a.  Successful candidates will be top-quality Marines who fit the  following candidate profile listed in paragraphs 2.a.1  through 2.a.10. 2.a.1.  Possess a strong high school grade point average indicating  the potential to succeed at USNA.  Marines ranked in the top 40  percent of their high school class are typically considered  competitive.  2.a.2.  Typically completed 4 years of mathematics, including a  strong foundation in geometry, algebra, and pre- calculus, 4 years  of English, and 1 year of chemistry.  Additionally, physics,  history, and 2 years of a foreign language are strongly recommended. Continued education since high school is vital; candidates are  encouraged to strengthen their application with college courses that include calculus, English, writing, and sciences. 2.a.3.  Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) scores taken within the last  2 years. Marines should aim to score above 500 in reading  (verbal) and above 550 in math, with a combined minimum of  1050. For Marines who have taken the American College Test (ACT)  within the last 2 years, scores of 22 in English and 24 in Math are  recommended. Potential candidates with SAT or ACT scores that are  older than two years should inform the USNA Fleet Coordinator the  reason the tests were not taken. Extensions will not be granted  without valid justification and proper documentation from the  candidate's command. 2.a.4.  Top performers who have demonstrated or posses’ strong  leadership (e.g., past and present Marine of the Quarter/Year, top  20 percent performers in Military Occupations School/training  schools, Color Guard members, and community volunteers.  2.b.5.  Good moral character and unquestionable loyalty to the  United States, as determined by a command interview and military  recommendations.  2.a.5.  No record of disciplinary action under Article 15, Uniform  Code of Military Justice, or conviction by civil court (except  minor traffic violations) during the 3 years preceding application  for admission. Waivers are considered on a case-by-case basis.  2.a.6.  Outstanding physical fitness, as determined by the most  recent Physical Fitness Test, and Combat Fitness Test.  Candidates  need to have demonstrated the ability to pass the USNA physical  fitness requirements within the last year. The USNA physical  readiness test standards (Minimum Passing Scores) for  males (M) and females (F):          (1) Push-ups (2 minutes):  M  71                                      F   39                (2)Front Plank:            M  2:40                                   F  2:30              (3) 1.5 Mile Run:          M 10:30                                  F  13:15