Congressman Harris Announces Service Academy Information Night for High School Students

Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced that his office will host its first Service Academy Information Night of the year, an in-person event for high school students interested in applying to the nation's prestigious military academies. The event will take place on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6pm EST at Chesapeake College, located at 1000 College Circle in Wye Mills, Maryland (Room HEC 110).

The event will provide an overview of the application and nomination process for the nation's five U.S. Service Academies, including the U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Military Academy at West Point, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. Students will also have the opportunity to ask questions and hear directly from academy representatives.

Statement from Congressman Harris:

"This is an opportunity for high school students in Maryland's First District to learn about pursuing an appointment to a U.S. Service Academy and a future in military service. These institutions play a critical role in developing our nation's future military leaders, and students and families should attend this session to learn how to apply and navigate the nomination process."

To register for this event or request additional information, please RSVP to [email protected]. Attendance is limited to applicants and their families and is not open to the media.

For more information, including details on the application process opening in June 2026, please click here.

For media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at [email protected]