<p>Some good points - however (Navy + MC) * 2 = Army.</p>
<p>There are differences between the Academies - not one that make one better or worse - just differences. West Point, for instance, encourages Cadets who are interested in Med school to apply and become Army doctors. USNA is not as supportive. The need for Army doctors is much greater than Navy physicians.
For a kid who wants Aeronautical engineering or Naval Architecture - Navy is the way to go. Kids who are interested in Liberals Arts Majors would do well to examine West Point. They don’t have quotas and encourage those who wish to major in Foreign Lang, History, International relations etc. The AIAD program at West Point is phenomenal.</p>
<p>Army careers vary widely - you won’t be on a ship but there are many jobs from which to choose. There are many more jobs than being a grunt.</p>
<p>Uniforms - I have been waiting and waiting for someone to remark that cadets in dress grays look like doormen (they do!) ;)</p>
<p>Location - I absolutely love Annapolis. one of my favorite cities! For those who crave the mountains, hiking, camping, fishing and love the outdoors - West Point can’t be beat!
My cadet when visited USNA thought it looked “sterile”, she loved the Military Gothic Architecture of West Point though. (until she suffered through the winter!)</p>
<p>Two great institutions and two great services - one big rivalry. The differences are there but for a reason - different strokes for different folks!</p>