U.S. Naval Academy

Navy officer school

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Naval Academy is the undergraduate college that trains officers for the United States Navy and Marine Corps.

Located in Annapolis, Maryland, it was founded in 1845.

Students, called midshipmen, receive a four-year education combining academics with military training.

Graduates earn commissions as ensigns or second lieutenants: She was accepted to the Naval Academy.

Also called Annapolis informally.

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