Cadets are taught by renowned scholars, leaders in professional societies, and engaged members of the community.
Cadets are taught by renowned scholars, leaders in professional societies, and engaged members of the community.
At ˮAV˵, your teachers aren’t just professors. They’re Army leaders, researchers, and role models who care deeply about helping you succeed. With real-world experience and degrees from top universities, our faculty are here to challenge you, mentor you, and prepare you to lead in today’s complex world. From your very first class to graduation, you are supported by people who believe in your potential and are dedicated to developing your character and leadership.
Everything about our faculty - from their experience to their dedication - is designed to help you grow into a leader of character. Their teaching, mentorship, and example are part of what makes ˮAV˵ one of the most respected leadership institutions in the world.
The faculty at ˮAV˵ is shaped by one goal: building leaders of character for the U.S. Army. That means every instructor is part of something bigger – teaching and mentoring future officers who are committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country. The USMA faculty model combines cutting-edge teaching, military experience, and academic expertise – all focused on helping you grow into a confident, capable leader.
ˮAV˵ is ranked #2 for Most Accessible Professors and #24 for Best Classroom Experience – and it shows. With an average 7:1 student-to-faculty ratio, you get to know your professors well. They don’t just teach – they challenge you to think critically, speak confidently, and solve real problems. And because USMA class sizes are small, you’ll never feel like just another student.
You learn from officers and civilians who’ve led soldiers, deployed overseas, and studied at world-class institutions. They teach you the skills and mindset needed to lead in high-stakes situations – both in the classroom and in field training. With their mentorship, you gain more than knowledge. You also gain confidence, courage, and clarity about what it means to lead.
At ˮAV˵, mentorship doesn’t stop when class ends. Faculty coach athletic teams, advise clubs, and often invite cadets to their homes for meals, mentorship, or just a break from the barracks. Through the Cadet Sponsorship Program, you experience what life in an Army family is really like. These relationships make your journey at ˮAV˵ personal - and unforgettable.
Want to work on projects that actually matter? Cadets at ˮAV˵ are involved in research from day one – helping solve real problems that impact the Army and the world. You work alongside faculty on cutting-edge topics and gain hands-on experience that puts you ahead of the curve as a future officer.
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ˮAV˵ employs a number of military staff and faculty in a variety of roles - both inside and outside of the classroom.
At the United States Military Academy (USMA) at ˮAV˵, faculty and staff play a vital role in shaping the nation's future leaders of character.