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United States Coast Guard Academy
New London,
CT
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate15%
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About United States Coast Guard Academy
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.
If you aspire to much more than a typical college experience, one that challenges you to learn, achieve and lead, we encourage you to find out more about the U.S. Coast Guard Academy.
United States Coast Guard Academy is a public institution in the suburb of New London, Connecticut. United States Coast Guard Academy was founded in 1876. The college currently enrolls around 1,037 students a year, including 1,037 undergraduates.
United States Coast Guard Academy Acceptance Rate
It is very difficult to get into United States Coast Guard Academy. Around 15% of applicants get into United States Coast Guard Academy each year.
| United States Coast Guard Academy Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 15% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA Offered but % not available |
| Average GPA | 3.8 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 65% |
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United States Coast Guard Academy is located in the town of New London, Connecticut, in the suburbs of Providence and Hartford.
If you want to see United States Coast Guard Academy for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 95 to New London, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Groton-New London.
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College Info
United States Coast Guard Academy Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 15
Transfer Applications are Due
Not available
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to United States Coast Guard Academy is Jan 15.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
United States Coast Guard Academy SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1160 - 1365
Math SAT Range
580 - 685
Reading SAT Range
580 - 680
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1365 and Above
Good
1160 to 1365
Avg
1160 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for United States Coast Guard Academy students is 1266. Applicants with SAT scores of 1365 and above have a good chance of being admitted to United States Coast Guard Academy, while applicants with SAT scores between 1160 to 1365 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1160 have a low chance of being offered a spot at United States Coast Guard Academy.
United States Coast Guard Academy Tuition & Fees
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Student Life
Wondering what life at United States Coast Guard Academy is like? There are approximately 1,037 students enrolled at United States Coast Guard Academy. 100% percent of students attend school full-time, 5% percent are from CT and 95% percent of students are from other states.
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Part Time5%
In State95%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
1,037
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
15%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 15
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