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2. United States Naval Academy (Annapolis) – Founded in 1845, the Naval Academy is located in Annapolis, Maryland, and is known for its rigorous academic program and training for future Navy and Marine Corps officers. |
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3. United States Air Force Academy – Located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the Air Force Academy provides education and training for future Air Force officers. It was established in 1954 and offers a strong emphasis on leadership development. |
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4. Virginia Military Institute – Founded in 1839, VMI is located in Lexington, Virginia, and is known for its strict military discipline and rigorous academics. It is a public institution with a strong focus on leadership training. |
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5. Citadel Military College – Located in Charleston, South Carolina, the Citadel is known for its comprehensive military training program and strong emphasis on character development. It was founded in 1842. |
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6. Texas A&M University – Corps of Cadets – The Corps of Cadets at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas, provides military training and leadership development for students interested in pursuing careers in the military. It is one of the largest student military organizations in the US. |
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7. Norwich University – Founded in 1819, Norwich University in Northfield, Vermont, is the oldest private military college in the US. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs for students interested in military careers. |
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8. Massachusetts Maritime Academy – Located in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts, MMA is a maritime college that offers training in marine engineering, nautical science, and other maritime-related fields. It was founded in 1891. |
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9. United States Merchant Marine Academy – Located in Kings Point, New York, USMMA provides training for future merchant mariners and officers in the US Merchant Marine. It was established in 1943. |
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10. United States Coast Guard Academy – Located in New London, Connecticut, the Coast Guard Academy offers education and training for future Coast Guard officers. It was established in 1876 and has a strong emphasis on maritime law enforcement and search and rescue operations. |