I'm interested in applying to the Coast Guard Academy and am trying to figure out the age requirements. Is there a specific age limit or range I need to be aware of before I start my application process?
Indeed, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy has specific age criteria for applicants. As per the Academy's admission guidelines, candidates must be at least 17 years old by the last Monday in June of the year they enter the Academy and not have passed their 22nd birthday by this date. This means that, if you're planning to join the Coast Guard Academy, you need to fall within this age range during the admission year. It's part of their process to ensure candidates are fit and prepared for the rigors of the service academy. Additionally, waivers for the age requirement are not available, so it's important to plan accordingly if attending the Coast Guard Academy is an aspiration of yours.
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