Curious about the Rank Structure at the United States Naval Academy?

In this episode we answer Bonnie's question: "Can you explain the Midshipmen ranks? Are there are any differences from the Navy Ranks?"

This episode of the Academy Insider Podcast is your definitive guide to understanding midshipman ranks. From the initial days as a plebe to the heights of becoming a firstie, Grant unpacks the journey of a Naval Academy student with clarity and insight. He not only explains the distinctions between written abbreviations and verbal communication but also dives into the leadership opportunities available to first-class midshipmen.

Whether you're a prospective midshipman, a curious parent, or someone fascinated by military structures, this episode promises a thorough and engaging breakdown of midshipman ranks. Tune in and get the lowdown on all things related to the Naval Academy's rank structure!

The mission of Academy Insider is to guide, serve, and support Midshipmen, future Midshipmen, and their families.

Grant Vermeer your host is the person who started it all. He is the founder of Academy Insider and the host of The Academy Insider podcast. He was a recruited athlete which brought him to Annapolis where he was a four year member of the varsity basketball team. He was a cyber operations major and commissioned into the Cryptologic Warfare Community. He was stationed at Fort Meade and supported the Subsurface Direct Support mission.

He separated from the Navy in 2023 and now owns The Vermeer Group, a residential real estate company that specializes in serving the United States Naval Academy community with nationwide consulting and connection.

We are here to be your guide through the USNA experience.

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