S-4846 : Still Just a Bill

This bill, S. 4846, aims to facilitate the transition for individuals denied admission to U.S. Service Academies to Senior Military Colleges.

• Referral System: Requires the Secretary of Defense to establish a system, within 180 days of enactment, where applicants denied admission to a Service Academy can choose to have their application information shared with Senior Military Colleges.
• Definitions:
  • Covered Individual: An applicant denied admission to a Service Academy.
  • Senior Military College: Refers to institutions specified in section 2111a of title 10, United States Code.
  • Service Academy: Defined as in section 347 of title 10, United States Code.

In short, the bill seeks to provide an alternative pathway for aspiring military students by connecting them with Senior Military Colleges if they are not admitted to a Service Academy.