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Admissions Visits

USMMA Campus Landscape

Welcome to our waterfront campus at Kings Point! Experiencing the Academy in person is the best way to understand life as a Midshipman. We offer Day Visits, Overnight Visits, and Briefings & Tours.

How to Schedule Your Visit

We are ready to welcome you to our Kings Point campus. Prospective students can schedule day visits, overnight visits, or briefing tours

Schedule Your Admissions Visit

  1. Check Eligibility & Available Dates: Review the visit types and blackout dates below.
  2. Submit the Request Form
  3. Receive Confirmation: The Admissions Office will review your request and email your confirmation along with arrival instructions.
  4. Prepare for Arrival: Read the Admissions Visitor Information Guide prior to your trip.

Prepare for your Admissions Visit


Visit Options & Eligibility

Campus visits are held on weekdays; USMMA does not offer regular weekend visits (check back for announcements regarding special Fall Saturday visit days).

Visit OptionAvailable Days & TimesRecommended AudienceWhat's Included
Day VisitTuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
High school juniors, seniors & college studentsAdmissions brief, parent tour, midshipman lunch, and campus/academic observation.
Overnight VisitTuesdays & Thursdays
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (next day)
High school juniors, seniors & college studentsFull day experience, midshipman shadowing in classes, dinner, barracks stay, morning colors, and breakfast.
Briefing & Tour OnlyTuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
High school freshmen through seniorsAdmissions presentation by an Admissions Officer and guided campus walking tour.

*Note: High school sophomores may be considered for a Day Visit upon special request and subject to availability.


2026 Campus Visit Calendar & Blackout Dates

Plan your visit dates around Academy exam blocks, training periods, and federal holidays:

Visits Are NOT Available (Campus Closed to Visitors)Visits Are Limited to BRIEFINGS & TOURS ONLY (Tues, Thurs, Fri)
  • May 25, 2026 (Memorial Day)
  • June 19, 2026 (Juneteenth)
  • July 3, 2026 (Independence Day observed)
  • July 9 – July 31, 2026 (Indoctrination Period)
  • September 7, 2026 (Labor Day)
  • September 10, 2026 (Limited to day visits)
  • September 11, 2026
  • October 12, 2026 (Columbus Day)
  • November 26 – November 27, 2026 (Thanksgiving)
  • December 18, 2026 – January 1, 2027 (Winter Break)
  • January 18, 2027
  • February 15, 2027
  • May 31, 2027
  • June 18, 2027
  • March 2 – March 13, 2026
  • April 24, 2026
  • June 9 – June 18, 2026
  • June 23 – July 2, 2026
  • July 7, 2026
  • August 4 – August 7, 2026
  • September 10, 2026 (Limited to briefings and tours and day visits)
  • September 25, 2026
  • October 27 – October 30, 2026
  • November 3 – November 13, 2026
  • November 24, 2026
  • June 18, 2027
  • April 23, 2027
  • June 8 - 17, 2027
  • June 22 - 29, 2027

Daily Visit Agendas

Day Visit Schedule (10:30 AM – 4:00 PM)

  • 10:15 AM: Visitor arrival at the Admissions Building.
  • 10:30 AM: Admissions briefing with an Admissions Officer.
  • 11:30 AM: Escorted walk to the Midshipman Dining Facility.
  • 11:45 AM: Student visitor is paired with a Midshipman host for lunch.
  • 11:45 AM: Academy walking tour continues for parents and guardians.
  • 11:50 AM: Lunch in the Dining Hall.
  • 12:45 PM: Parent tour concludes.
  • 4:00 PM: Student visitor returns to the Admissions Building for departure.

Overnight Visit Schedule (Day 1, 10:30 AM – Day 2, 12:00 PM)

  • Day 1 (Afternoon & Evening):
    • 10:15 AM – 12:20 PM: Follows the standard arrival, Admissions brief, and lunch pairing.
    • 12:20 PM: Student recruit attends afternoon academic classes with Midshipman host.
    • 12:45 PM: Parent tour completes.
    • 4:35 PM: Academic day ends; athletic and club practices begin.
    • 5:30 PM: Regimental Dinner.
    • 9:00 PM: Officer of the Deck (OOD) check-in / Lights Out.
  • Day 2 (Morning):
    • 5:50 AM: Wake Up.
    • 6:20 AM: Regimental Breakfast.
    • 7:10 AM: Morning Colors Ceremony.
    • 7:30 AM: Morning academic day begins.
    • 12:00 PM: Student returns to the Admissions Building for departure.

Meal Costs & Payment Methods

Meal fees cover dining with the Regiment in the Academy Dining Hall:

  • Day Visit (or Lunch-Only): $8.00 (includes lunch with Midshipmen).
  • Overnight Visit: $24.00 (includes lunch, dinner, and breakfast the following morning).
  • Payment Accepted: Cash or check made payable to Blackstone Consulting Inc. (or BCI).
  • Please note: Debit and credit cards cannot be accepted at this time.

Visitor Requirements & Policies

To ensure campus security and a productive visit, all guests must follow these rules:

  1. Student Status: The visiting student must currently be enrolled in high school or college.
  2. Guest Limit: Visits are strictly limited to the applicant and up to two immediate family members or legal guardians ONLY.
  3. Identification: All visitors must present a valid government-issued photo ID upon arrival at Kings Point.
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