Military Faculty

Handbook resources for military personnel serving in faculty and instructor roles at USNA — from initial assignment through departure, organized by billet type.

Select Your Billet

Prospective Military Faculty

Officer Faculty Opportunities
Review eligibility requirements and procedures for applying and being selected for a faculty assignment at USNA.

Graduate Education Opportunities Guide
Explore graduate education programs and opportunities that support future faculty service.

Academic Departments Directory
Browse academic departments and points of contact to learn more about teaching opportunities at USNA.

Midshipman Sponsor Program
Learn about the sponsor program and how to support midshipmen in the community.
Rotational Officers

New Faculty Orientation Schedule (AY27 PDF)
Review orientation activities, workshops, and events designed to help new faculty transition successfully to USNA.

First Year Faculty Experience Checklist (PROVOST INSTRUCTION 1500.1D)
Follow a step-by-step guide to complete administrative requirements and prepare for your first semester at USNA.

Daily Schedule
Review the daily period schedule.

Academic Calendar & Key Dates
Review important academic deadlines, events, and milestones that affect faculty responsibilities.

USNA Campus Maps & Directions
Become familiar with campus facilities, parking procedures, and transportation resources.

Midshipmen Information Systems (MIDS) Account Setup Guide (USNA INSTRUCTION 5230.1B)
Review instructions for establishing your MIDS account and accessing required technology services.

Classroom Technology Guide
Find instructions for using classroom technologies, audiovisual systems, and instructional support tools.

Emergency Information
Become familiar with emergency protocols and continuity procedures affecting academic operations.
Permanent Military Professors

Graduate Education Requirements
Review academic qualifications and advanced degree requirements for sustained faculty service.

Research Administration & Support Procedures
Learn about processes and resources that support scholarly research and externally sponsored activities.
Permanent Military Instructors

PMI Orientation
Become familiar with the responsibilities, expectations, and resources available to Permanent Military Instructors.

Performance & Physical Fitness Evaluation (two Instructions)
Understand evaluation criteria and expectations for successful faculty performance.
Department Leadership & Senior Military Faculty
Strategic Plan 2030
Explore institutional priorities and planning documents that guide the Academy's academic mission and future initiatives.
Departure & Follow-on Assignment

Retirement Guide
Use this guide to ensure all retirement actions and required documentation are completed before separation.

Faculty Handbook

History, Mission, Objectives, and Organization
Working at the Naval Academy: Important Rules
Your Career as a Member of the Faculty: Appointment, Re-appointment, Pay, Promotion, and Tenure
Important Details About Your Compensation Package
The Naval Academy Academic Program
Getting Ready to Become Naval Officers: What You Need to Know About Life of a Midshipman
Academic Resources for Faculty and Midshipmen
Child Care, Clinics, Cars, Computers, Stores, Services (And Similar)