United States Coast Guard Academy

United States Coast Guard Academy is a very small, four-year, highly residential school, located in a small city (New London, Connecticut). It is a public school, located in the great Service Schools area of the country.

James C. Van Sice is the Superintendent of the school. You can find more information about United States Coast Guard Academy by visiting their website.

United States Coast Guard Academy has a closed admissions policy. This doesn't mean you won't be able to be admitted to the school, but that you should contact the admissions office for complete admissions information. In order to apply for admittance, you will need your high school GPA, your high school ranking (where you were in your class), your transcripts, and standardized test scores, such as those from an ACT or SAT. (Check with the admissions office to see which tests are acceptable.) If English is not your primary language, it is required that you take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and submit the results with your admissions application.

Of those who applied to the school, 14% were admitted. There are currently 995 students enrolled in the United States Coast Guard Academy.

If it fits better with your needs, the school also offers some programs via distance learning.

The school has on-campus housing available for up to 995 students. You may also choose to participate in a meals program (21 meals per week)

The average tuition for out-of-state full-time undergraduates can be determined by calling the admissions office. If you are an in-state student, then the tuition will usually be less; check with the admissions office for details on qualifying and amounts. Any tuition figures are exclusive of required fees, books, and supplies. The fees can vary, but books typically average about $850. It is estimated that the total cost for an in-state student is $4,400 per year and $4,400 per year for an out-of-state student. If you choose to live off-campus, then it is possible for costs to be higher.

Contact Information:
    United States Coast Guard Academy
    15 Mohegan Avenue
    New London, CT  06320

Other Information:
    Enrollment: 995
    Website: http://www.cga.edu
    General Info: 860-444-8444
    Admissions: 860-444-8500
    Financial Aid: 860-444-8309

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