Admissions

Color-coded map of Oklahoma showing admissions counselor areas by county.
Bruce May

Northwest Oklahoma
918-830-5246

Bogardus
Cory Bogardus

Southwest Oklahoma
918-830-5898

David Doughten

Central Oklahoma
918-830-0533

BreAnna Crawford

Northeast Oklahoma
918-830-0486

Angel Maldonado

Southeast Region &
Spanish Representative
918-830-0539

Class 68 Begins January 16th, 2027

  • Now taking applications.
  • Applicants must be 16 years of age by June 19th, 2027 to qualify.
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Application Process

  • 1

    Register as a parent guardian

  • 2

    Complete the online application

  • 3

    Our admissions counselor will contact you and visit about your individual situation

  • 4

    Schedule an Orientation and Interview

  • 5

    Receive conditional acceptance

  • 6

    Complete required paperwork and mentor application

Read the Orientation Summary

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These Cadets showed what great leaders they will be in their families, community, state, and nation! 

Pre-Application Waitlist

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