Graduates of the Coast Guard Academy choose to serve beyond their five-year commitment at a higher rate than graduates of the other U.S. service academies. That speaks volumes of the dedication of our alumni to the Coast Guard, and of the satisfaction each graduate enjoys.

Of course, there is life after the Coast Guard - and the possibilities are limitless. Former Coast Guard officers find exciting and far-reaching opportunities throughout the civilian world. Academy graduates in particular enjoy great success in civilian careers:

• Executive positions in major corporations and non-profits
• Engineering and management positions in manufacturing and technology firms
• Leaders of entrepreneurial ventures and consulting businesses
• Faculty positions at prestigious institutions, including the Coast Guard Academy
• Senior positions in government service

Our alumni are in high demand for their prestigious education, strong technical background and excellent leadership experience. Plainly stated, a degree from the United States Coast Guard Academy is a respected, highly valued academic credential, in both the military and the civilian world.