Congressman Mike Simpson announced that his office is now accepting Service Academy Applications today. The applications for the U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy are due on October 31, 2007.  

“Academy nominations give Idaho’s finest students the opportunity to serve their country, receive an elite college education and get a jump-start on a good career,” said Simpson.  “Idaho consistently ranks among the top states in the quality of its nominations and we'll be looking to continue that record.”      

To register for an application please visit Congressman Simpson’s website at www.house.gov/simpson and look under the ‘Services for You’ tab, or the direct link is: http://www.house.gov/simpson/students-academies.shtml. You may also call Linda Culver at (208) 734-7219.