How should I withdraw my application?

[wtayroy]

Hi:

earlier, back in (I believe) April, I opened an application at West Point. It was a more of on the spot thing fueled by multiple suggestions that I apply to as much academies as possible. Now, in June, I am reflecting on this decision and realize that I really don't want to attend West Point. While I am 100% dedicated to achieving my goal of serving as an officer in the military, I am more drawn to what USNA and USAFA have to offer, and I'm not really locked in on joining the Army compared to the Navy/Air Force to the point where I'd rather choose a civilian college over attending West Point if it came down to that.

I had a couple of questions about the process:

Who should I email to withdraw my application and what should I include in my email? I read somewhere that they are required to write down a reason for withdrawal. Following that, does this reflect poorly on other applications such as ones to USAFA/USNA? Is that information shared? Along with this, do they share this information to the Congressman and Senatorial nomination committees? I haven't submitted my application for a nomination yet which is why I am asking.

Thanks!

 

[txfwindian]

I believe ( not sure) that application can be withdrawn from the portal itself. This is very common and nothing to be concerned, my DD withdrew her application after getting appointment to USMA, she chose USNA instead. This does not reflect bad on your part and the reason for your withdrawal is mostly for their data collection purpose. If you are unable to find it, you can always email your RC.

Your congressman/senator might ask why not USMA and it looks like you are prepared to answer it.

 

[wtayroy]

There doesn't seem to be a button on the USMA portal to withdraw it. I will take your advice on contacting the RC.