Completely updated for Application Year 2022-2023! West Point was the nation's first engineering school. It is only fitting that this book employs an engineer's mindset to guide you on how to gain a coveted admission. The Whole Candidate Score, or WCS, is the single most important factor in determining who is admitted. The author breaks down the WCS in detail. The higher the WCS, the greater the chance of admission. The book also explores the Academy nomination process and other important areas for consideration. Written by a graduate and former instructor at West Point, this is a unique, in depth look at the admissions process that is packed with information you will find in no other book.