Admissions Overview
The admission process at United States Coast Guard Academy has a 24% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. United States Coast Guard Academy has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
24%
Very Selective
Application Volume
1,760
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
69%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at United States Coast Guard Academy has a 24% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at United States Coast Guard Academy evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalEnglish Proficiency Test
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Work Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at United States Coast Guard Academy. About 65% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,160 to 1,365. Additionally, about 36% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 26 to 31.
SAT Scores
65% of students submitted400
1600
1160 – 1365
200
800
580 – 680
200
800
580 – 685
ACT Scores
36% of students submitted1
36
26 – 31
1
36
25 – 33
1
36
26 – 29
Admission Statistics
1,760 students applied to USCGA. Of those, 24% were accepted (420 students). Of these 420 accepted students, 289 chose to enroll.
1,760
Total Applicants
420
Students Admitted
289
Students Enrolled
24%
Acceptance Rate