Cadets are allowed to carry phones, but may not use them while in formation or marching, Christopher Kasker, the West Point public affairs director told the Daily News.

What can you bring to West Point?

Note 1: While the above listed items are recommended, West Point will issue you most of what youll need. All you really need to bring are official ID, running shoes, and razor(s). Much of what West Point issues you on R-Day will also go in to an issued duffel bag.

Can you have your phone in military school?

Historically, standard Army basic training rules allowed for well-performing platoons to be rewarded with phone calls home on Sundays. Recruits in many Army basic training platoons are now allowed to use personal cell phones to call friends and families, send text messages, and update their social media status.