What is the American equivalent of Sandhurst?

As such Sandhurst is a purely military academy, they only provide military training which you will need as an officer in the British Army. This is why the Sandhurst training course is only 44 weeks. The US’ West Point Military Academy which trains prospective US Army officers takes cadets who do not have degrees.

Can foreigners join Sandhurst?

International students at Sandhurst There has been 5,000 international students trained at the Academy since 1947, from 120 countries. The international cadets enrich the course at Sandhurst bringing with them cultural and operational experience from around the world.

Do all Army officers go to Sandhurst?

All British Army officers, including late-entry officers who were previously Warrant Officers, as well as other men and women from overseas, are trained at the academy. Sandhurst is the British Army equivalent of the Britannia Royal Naval College and the Royal Air Force College Cranwell.

Can an American attend Sandhurst?

The first U.S. Army officer graduated from Sandhurst in 2009. Since then, one U.S. officer has been a part of each of the 3 classes that matriculate through Sandhurst each year, said British Lt. Col. Dennis Vincent, Colonel for Training at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.

Can an American go to Sandhurst?

What rank do you leave Sandhurst with?

Getting On You will leave Sandhurst after Commissioning Course as a 2nd Lieutenant. There is a clear promotion route from second lieutenant to lieutenant, captain, major, lieutenant colonel and beyond. You must pass exams to be promoted up to the rank of major, but after that it depends on how well you do.

What qualifications do you need to go to Sandhurst?

You’ll usually need:

• 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course.
• 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, for a level 3 course.

Is Sandhurst hard?

It is hard work, enjoyable, unpleasant, great fun and a complete nightmare! You are there primarily to lean to lead men and become an officer in the British Army. You learn basic soldiering as well as leadership and many other life skills.

Where Do British army officers live?

the the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
OFFICERS. When you start your training, you’ll be given accommodation at the the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. You’ll live with the other officer cadets. Once you’ve finished your training, you’ll usually have the option of living in the Officers’ Mess.

What age can you go to Sandhurst?

You should be between 17 years, 9 months and 28 years, 11 months to apply. Older applicants need to be sponsored to join.