There are a number of slots dedicated to active military personnel also. Of course you have to receive the recommendation of your commanding officer.......
A friend of mine's son entered WP after serving a year.........
True. In addition to each member of Congress and the VP having 5 slots each there are active duty plus those whose father received a CMH. I also recall the West Point Prep School at FT Belvoir in the 60’s. The prep school is a year so that route is 5 years. I believe it has moved to NJ?