Hirono Announces Class of 2029 Nominees to the United States Service Academies

WASHINGTON, DC– Today, U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) announced the nomination of 39 Hawaii students to U.S. military service academies for the Class of 2029. The nominees will advance for consideration by each academy’s director of admissions.
“Each year, Hawaii students from all walks of life apply to our military service academies with aspirations of serving our country,”said Senator Hirono.“These young people work hard to earn nominations and I am proud to announce this year’s impressive group of nominees. I know they will represent our state with pride and distinction.”
Today’s announcement includes Senator Hirono’s nominations for the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. The U.S. Coast Guard Academy uses a separate application process. Members of Congress submit nominations to the four service academies for their respective states. Each academy’s director of admissions then selects from the submitted lists of nominees, who are measured on their scholastic achievement, leadership experience, school involvement, athletic and extra-curricular activities, community contributions, and volunteer or employment experiences. Nomination does not guarantee appointment.
Senator Hirono’s Class of 2029 Academy Nominations are:
U.S. Naval Academy
U.S. Air Force Academy
U.S. Military Academy at West Point

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
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