USCGA Great Lakes Parents Chapter
USCGA Admissions

Applicants to the Coast Guard Academy must be a U.S. citizen of sound moral character, unmarried with no dependents or financial debt, 17-22 years of age on July 1 of the year of entry as well as a high school graduate or GED recipient (or will be prior to entry) Unlike the other service academies, the Coast Guard Academy does not require a congressional nomination. To be considered for admission to the Coast Guard Academy, you must submit all application materials by February 1 of the year of entrance (November 1 of the year prior to entrance for Early Action). This includes:

Online Application
Essays
Supplemental Forms
High School Transcript(s)
Math Instructor Evaluation
English Instructor Evaluation
Coach/PE Instructor Evaluation
Commanding Officer Recommendation (if currently serving in the military)
College Transcript(s) (if you are or were in college)
Physical Fitness Examination (PFE)
Official SAT or ACT scores with Writing Test

For more detailed and accurate, up to date information, visit the USCGA Admissions website