Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rate of pay for cadets?
Cadets at the service academies are currently entitled to basic pay in the amount of $600 per month. Effective October 1, 2001 cadet pay will increase to $700 monthly. Cadets are also entitled to a basic allowance for subsistence of $4.60 per day, which is used for food served at the Cadet Dining Hall. Medical and dental care are provided at no expense to cadets. Your pay is considered sufficient for you to be self-supporting, provided you are economical. The pay is not sufficient to cover any debts contracted prior to entrance, to send money home, or to spend for luxury entertainment or expensive personal items.
