Application Process
Application Requirements
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 - the initial application data that allows us to start a file on you
Essays - available online after you've completed the online application
Supplemental Forms* - available online after you've completed the online application
- 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 Reasoning or ACT scores with Writing Test
Also, though not required for review of your application, a qualifying DoDMERB Medical Exam must be on file before an appointment to the Academy can be offered.
* Please note that supplemental information may be returned to you if received before the online application is submitted.