Graduates of the Coast Guard Academy demonstrate extraordinary devotion to their alma mater. The bond between alumni and cadets is especially strong. Many alumni – both in and out of the service – volunteer at the Academy as coaches, tutors, mentors, advisors and more. Every area of Academy life benefits from the support of alumni.

All alumni of the Coast Guard Academy are members of an elite group: graduates of U.S. federal service academies. In addition to their highly respected academic credential, alumni gain access to an unmatched global network of contacts and opportunities.

When they leave active duty, alumni find excellent career opportunities in the civilian world, where they are in high demand for their prestigious education, strong technical background and excellent leadership experience. Alumni enjoy great success in a wide range of civilian careers in business, engineering, government, education and consulting.