Course of Instruction
All midshipmen candidates complete a standard course of study—calculus, physics, chemistry, and English— to help them increase their knowledge and competitiveness at the United States Naval Academy. The academic year is divided into three trimesters. Varsity athletics are also offered, and is now the mainstay of NAPSter life. Throughout the academic year the battalion of Midshipman Candidates takes multiple battalion trips, including attending the Army Navy football game and a trip to New York City. During the first three weeks upon reporting, midshipman candidates complete an indoctrination period to introduce them to a military life. Towards the end of this period(Indoc) the Midshipman Candidates take placement tests, based on how well the Midshipman Candidates do, they are placed in either Remedial, foundation,intermediate, or advanced classes. Midshipmen candidates are also offered the opportunity to receive extra instruction during an E.I period. The E.I period is held on the Academic or Athletic Wing at Nimitz Hall right after the last class of the day has ended.
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