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Academics The U.S. Coast Guard Academy is ranked among the nation’s top undergraduate colleges. The Academy provides a rigorous, practical education, preparing cadets to lead and succeed in their career as a Coast Guard officer and in civilian life. A Learning Environment Beyond Compare With a low student-to-faculty ratio of just 7:1, the Academy combines […]
Admissions The United States Coast Guard Academy prepares future leaders of the Coast Guard and our nation. We seek students of high moral character who bring an established academic, athletic and leadership track record. The United States Coast Guard Academy prepares future leaders of the Coast Guard and our nation. We seek students of high […]
First Class Year Move from one to one leadership to organizational leadership during your First Class year. The Corps leads the Corps. All First Class Cadets are assigned to a formal position, responsible for the performance of others. “The corps leading the corps means using your previous experiences to become a stronger leader and helping […]
Second Class Year Second Class year is the first time cadets lead in formally assigned positions, starting as cadre responsible for training the new class of Swabs. “Taking the initiative to lead by example, and taking responsibility for not only your actions, but those of your subordinates.” – 2/c cadet Second Class Year Highlights CADRE EXPERIENCE […]
CAREERS Live the Life You’re Meant to Live.Be the Leader You’re Meant to Be.Make the Difference You’re Meant to Make. Future Unlocked, Career Guaranteed Upon graduation from the Coast Guard Academy, you will go directly to an exciting and rewarding career as a Coast Guard officer—making a difference for people, the environment, and our country. […]
Cost and Tuition At the Coast Guard Academy there is no cost for tuition, room or board. This elite education, currently valued at more than $280,000, is fully paid for by the government, which means when you graduate from the Coast Guard Academy, you’ll have no student loans to pay and zero debt. An Academy […]
International Cadet Admission & Tuition The admission process for international applicants is different from the admission process for U.S. citizens and those with dual citizenship. This is because the Academy works through American embassies to identify, interview, and enroll foreign nationals. You must: Contact the U.S. Defense Attaché Officer or Coast Guard Liaison Officer stationed […]
ABOUT THE USCGA The United States Coast Guard Academy is a top military college granting Bachelor of Science degrees in one of ten engineering or professional majors. Graduates earn a commission as an Ensign in the Coast Guard to serve their nation. Opportunity Unrivaled The U.S. Coast Guard Academy is an elite professional college that […]
CADET LIFE A college experience like no other – striving for a superior academic, military, and athletic experience in a close-knit environment. Life Enhanced As a cadet, you’ll engage in an experience that will challenge your mind, body, and character—and provide rewards that last a lifetime. As a student at one of the nation’s top […]
When I applied to the Academy, I knew it was the place for me and would enthusiastically list off the many, many reasons I wanted to attend to anyone who would listen. But I always maintained one exception: New London, CT. Growing up and sailing around Annapolis, it never matched up against the allure of […]
NEW LONDON, Conn – AIM is nearly three months away, but the preparation is here already. Second Class Cadet (2/c) Andrew Cruver is working hard to make this experience the best it can be for AIMsters. “As Battalion AIM Officer, I coordinate alongside the Battalion AIM Logistics officer and the Battalion AIM Company Commander. Together, […]
DEFY EXPECTATIONS OF A 4-YEAR OF COLLEGE We are far from your ordinary college experience. Here you will challenge your mind, test your will and learn to lead as never before. Bring out your best at the United States Coast Guard Academy—an elite education that prepares you for a life of adventure and success like […]
