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United States Coast Guard Academy

New London, CT · Public · Small city · Website

United States Coast Guard Academy campus
Photo: USCG Public Affairs photograph of United States Coast Guard · Public domain
Admission rate
22%
Very selective
Average net price
—
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
95%
Median earnings
—
10 years after enrolling

Summary

United States Coast Guard Academy is a public college in New London, CT with 1,108 undergraduates. It admits 22% of applicants, and admitted students average 1339 on the SAT. 95% of students graduate.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
22%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,789
Fall 2023
Admitted
435
Fall 2023
Yield
66%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing620–700
200800
SAT Math620–700
200800
ACT Composite27–32
136

What United States Coast Guard Academy looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankRequired
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testConsidered

Cost

Cost of attendance
—
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$0
Out-of-state tuition
$0

Outcomes

Graduation rate
95%
Freshman retention
99%
Median earnings
—
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
—
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,108
Student–faculty ratio
7:1
Receive Pell grants
0%
  • White64%
  • Hispanic14%
  • Black3%
  • Asian4%

United States Coast Guard Academy FAQ

What is United States Coast Guard Academy's acceptance rate?+

United States Coast Guard Academy admits 22% of applicants, which makes it very selective.

What SAT score do you need for United States Coast Guard Academy?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 620–700 on SAT Reading and Writing and 620–700 on SAT Math; the average total is 1339.

What ACT score do you need for United States Coast Guard Academy?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 27–32.

Is United States Coast Guard Academy test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to United States Coast Guard Academy?+

In Fall 2023, 1,789 students applied to United States Coast Guard Academy and 435 were admitted; 287 enrolled.

Does United States Coast Guard Academy consider legacy status?+

Yes. United States Coast Guard Academy reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does United States Coast Guard Academy require an essay?+

United States Coast Guard Academy reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

What is United States Coast Guard Academy's graduation rate?+

95% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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