Hey Mom's and Dad's. Please read this carefully. There are FULL RIDE D-III opportunities at the United States Coast Guard Academy www.uscga.edu If your child desires to gain leadership skills in an environment that will challenge them physically, academically and mentally then why let them settle for a sub standard education, just because you have been offered some financial assistance?

Volleyball is just the icing. If your daughter has the character, integrity and determination to see the "Big Picture" then encourage her to explore this option. Our country is in desperate need of capable leaders and the Coast Guard produces some of our nations best.

Is your child prepared for the challenge?

The Coast Guard Academy offers an academic experience unlike that at a civilian college. Our program is highly selective and ranked among the most elite undergraduate programs in the country. Our campus provides a secure, supportive, and structured environment. Our Cadets attend tuition-free, receive a monthly stipend while in school, and are guaranteed an exciting leadership position when they graduate.

Corps of Cadets (student body)

• 963 Cadets enrolled
• 43 states and 9 foreign nations represented
• 100% of students housed on campus
• 23 varsity athletic teams (20 division III, 3 division I)
• 27% of Cadets are women
• 15% of Cadets are minorities
• 1 faculty member for every 8 students
• 19 Cadets in an average class
• 2 graduates are NASA astronauts
• 80% of graduates go to graduate school (most paid by the Coast Guard)
• 85% of graduates choose to serve beyond their 5-year commitment

Class of 2012

• 2,806 applicants
• 412 appointments offered
• 295 Cadets sworn in
• 32% in top 5% of high school class
• 52% in top 10% of high school class
• 89% in top 25% of high school class
• 100% in top 50% of high school class
• 79% earned a varsity letter in high school
• 50% were team captains in high school
• 29% were in a band or orchestra
• 28% were officers in student government
• 45% attended AIM
• 75% intend a technical major
• 25% intend a major in Government or Management
• Standardized Test Scores:
  • Median SAT: 639 Math, 617 Verbal, 1256 Combined
  • Median ACT: 28 Math, 28 English