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United States Coast Guard Academy

New London, CT

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Public

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4 Year

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Website

The United States Coast Guard Academy, located in picturesque New London, Connecticut, is a premier institution dedicated to shaping future leaders of the Coast Guard. Nestled along the banks of the Thames River, the academy offers a unique blend of rigorous academics, physical preparedness, and character development.
1,037
Students
18%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
1,037
Classification
4 Year
Type
Public, Federal
Religious Affiliation
None
Website
uscga.edu
Since its inception, the academy has been a beacon of excellence, fostering a culture of service, integrity, and respect among its cadets. Students are immersed in a comprehensive curriculum that spans engineering, science, and humanities, while also engaging in demanding physical training and practical seamanship experiences. The small, close-knit campus community ensures individualized attention and mentorship from an accomplished faculty and staff. Above all, the academy instills in its cadets a profound sense of duty and responsibility, preparing them to lead with honor and distinction in the nation's maritime service.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into United States Coast Guard Academy?

18% acceptance rate
Very Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
1266
Testing
Test Optional
Average High School GPA
3.82
Application Deadlines
Regular Application Deadline
January 15
Early Decision / Early Action?
No

The most important factors United States Coast Guard Academy considers when admitting students are:

  • •Academic GPA
  • •Application Essay
  • •Character/Personal Qualities

Financials

See what it costs to attend United States Coast Guard Academy.

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending United States Coast Guard Academy?

Suburb
Campus Setting
Democrat
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Average
Average winter temp
33°
Average summer temp
70°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at United States Coast Guard Academy.

7:1
Student to faculty ratio
84%
4-year grad rate
87%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at The Coast Guard Academy are:

  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • Political Science and Government, General
  • Mechanical Engineering

Demographics

Who attends United States Coast Guard Academy?

50
States represented
13
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
1,037
Women
41%
Men
59%

Housing

What's it like living at United States Coast Guard Academy?

1.1
Housing units / student
100
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into United States Coast Guard Academy?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.82.

How many people attend United States Coast Guard Academy?

1,037 people attend The Coast Guard Academy. 1,037 are undergraduate students and 0 are graduate students.

Where is United States Coast Guard Academy located?

United States Coast Guard Academy is located in New London, Connecticut. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into United States Coast Guard Academy with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 95% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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