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Hey everyone, I just got accepted into the 3rd session of the 2026 West Point SLE, and I couldn't be more excited! In the applicant portal though the forms are asking me for travel information and my flight numbers (I have not booked my flight yet), but I have not received detailed travel...

Hi All! I just got into SLE Session #1 and am beyond excited! I will be flying into Newark and understand that a shuttle will take me to and from the Academy. However, I was wondering if anyone can provide insight on what date and time I should fly in. The session starts on May 30th. Should I...

My DS took the CFA at the SLE, and the status on his portal has changed to ‘Received’. Does this mean he has passed, or is it still pending until he receives a decision letter?

I’m going to SLE session 2 and we have to take the CFA on the first day there. Someone said that the CFA score I earn at SLE will go into my candidate profile and that I’d have two months to retake it if I don’t do well. Is this true? Before SLE I expected to take my CFA around...

My son is attending session 2 SLE and the next day he attends session 3 NASS. I am trying to find other students doing the same thing or recommendations for travel. I don't seem to see any flights between NYC and BWI that arrive before 4 pm. There is an Amtrak train between NYC Penn and BWI...

Hello everyone, I have several questions regarding SLE transportation. Firstly, My mother is wondering how she can travel to West Point from Newark airport to pick me (candidate at SLE) up on the last day and attend the family tour. Can she utilize a ridesharing app such as Uber or taxi? Or...

I got an SLE TD letter on April 25th posted in my portal. I was bummed, West Point is the one I wanted most, but I know not everyone can be accepted. I am going to two others so at least I'll get the "feel" for SA. However the letter had some good information in it about when the next phase of...

Hello, I will attend both NASS Session 1 and SLE Session 2, and am curious how people are managing the layover between the two. I will be travelling alone from the West Coast, and am wondering if anyone has insight into transit and/or hotels/hostels/places to stay (preferably on the less...

Anyone with a recent SLE acceptance? Haven’t heard anyone new getting one lately so starting to think all the spots have been granted.

I applied to USMA SLE when it came out on the 1st, and I got in on the 9th. Is it usual to be accepted this quick? I also applied to USAFA and USNA Summer Seminar and still not heard back yet. Should I be worried?

I just got accepted to the SLE seminar for session 2 and I wanted to know if there is anyone else who got accepted for it as well. Also just wanna say how excited and grateful I am to get accepted for it.

Hey guys, I will be attending the second SLE session this year from June 10th to June 16th. I was wondering if any SLE alums had helpful tips that pertain to packing-specific tips (e.g. additional things that may not be on the list but are helpful to have) as well as general tips (e.g. how to...

Does anyone know how or when candidates for SLE Summer Leader Experience 2022 will be notified of either selection or non-selection? (Portal? Email?) The website said “in April” but I’m just wondering if it has been a rolling admissions (as in past years) or if others have heard positive or...

Hi everyone, just wanted to see if anyone else is having trouble logging into blackboard for SLE.

Hi! I'm preparing for the CFA at NASS/SLE (hopefully), and I've seen a lot of different information on the sit-ups. I'm not sure if its sit ups (feet under something, elbows to mid-thigh) or simple crunches (feet not under something, just getting shoulder blades off the ground). If anyone could...

I sent my application for the Summer Seminar the first day it was open (as I’m sure many other exciting C/O2026 candidates did). I have not yet heard back a decision either way about my admissions status. Does anyone have an idea as to when I can expect a decision? It is not life or death, but...

I was filling out my SLE application for 2021 when I saw Boys State listed on the checklist for extracurriculars. I am yet to have participated in Boys State, but I was selected to attend the next session. Would I check it off?

Is there any possible way for me to apply for SLE in the future? I am not a high school junior and am graduating this year. If not, are there other summer programs for older applicants? Thank you.

I’ve seen many cool Youtube videos and pictures of those who have previously attended SLE. I saw on the document shared with accepted and registered folks that I can only use my phone on my floor within the barracks. Does this mean that I can bring a camera? I didn’t know how else the videos and...

Hello, I am aware I am starting my SLE application fairly late. I have a 4.2 and a 26 ACT as well as clubs, sports and community involvement. My question is, why I can't access the SLE portion of my application? I completed the candidate portal for CO2025 and was told I would receive a second...