You and your family are encouraged to take a guided walking tour of the Academy with professional, certified Naval Academy guides through the Armel-Leftwich Visitor Center . Proceeds from the sale of Visitor Center tours and tax-free merchandise at the Naval Academy Gift Shop benefit the Brigade of Midshipmen.

Can you just walk around the Naval Academy?

You and your family are encouraged to take a guided walking tour of the Academy with professional, certified Naval Academy guides through the Armel-Leftwich Visitor Center . Proceeds from the sale of Visitor Center tours and tax-free merchandise at the Naval Academy Gift Shop benefit the Brigade of Midshipmen.

Can you drink alcohol at the Naval Academy?

The Naval Academy is cracking down on drinking. “We are going to have zero tolerance for alcohol misuse and abuse,” said Capt. Randy Bogle, commandant of midshipmen at the academy where liquor plays a part in about 60 percent of the serious conduct offenses.

Does the Naval Academy have balls?

The annual International Ball is a formal event to celebrate and honor the international midshipmen and officers at the academy and to broaden international exposure for the midshipmen. The ball is a black tie event which will feature exhibition dances performed by midshipmen, The Trident Brass, and a DJ.

Can the public visit the U.S. Naval Academy?

Access to the Academy Grounds is Limited Anyone with a locally prepared DBIDS or a DOD credential, including military retirees and dependents may drive onto USNA. All others will need to park outside the Academy and walk in through Gate 1.

How hard is it to get into the Naval Academy?

Admissions Overview Naval Academy admissions is extremely selective with an acceptance rate of 8%. Students that get into Naval Academy have an average SAT score between 1230-1450 or an average ACT score of 28-33. The regular admissions application deadline for Naval Academy is rolling.

How much does a Naval Academy tour cost?

Keep in mind that all visitors 18 years and older will need to show a government-issued identification card; international visitors will need their passports. Guided public tours cost $12 per adult; $11 for seniors and $10 for children.

Can you have a car at the Naval Academy?

Third Class midshipmen and plebes are not permitted to operate motor vehicles except when authorized leave, such as during Christmas vacation. Second Class midshipmen may have a car but must maintain and operate it beyond Academy grounds. First Class midshipmen may drive a car in Annapolis and on the Naval Academy.

Does USNA have dances?

Trident Brass, the Naval Academy’s own midshipmen jazz and swing band will kick-off the evening’s festivities. They will be followed by the Navy Band Cruisers, the Navy’s premier popular music group. There will be great mix of live music to set the scene for dancing and a memorable evening.

Does the Naval Academy have formals?

The International Ball is a formal event held each year to celebrate honor the international Midshipmen and officers at the academy and to broaden international exposure for the Midshipmen. The ball is a black-tie event which will feature international-themed exhibition dances performed by midshipmen.

Who goes to Annapolis?

Anyone with a locally prepared USNA ID Card or a DOD credential, including military retirees and dependents may drive onto USNA. All others will need to park outside the Academy and walk in through Gate 1. All visitors over the age of 18 must have a valid picture ID.