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Military academies say applications jump 10-40 pct

Published 06/17/09

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Applications have surged at the nation's three top military academies as tough economic times coincide with stepped-up recruiting efforts by the Army, Navy and Air Force schools, making the prospect of free college and a steady job look sweeter.

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The recession has already helped drive higher military recruitment and retention. Stronger student response to recruiting campaigns by the three academies, who want to increase minority ranks in the officer corps, comes as the recession has reduced college scholarships and other financial aid.

As of this week, the U.S. Naval Academy was out in front with a 40...

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