I'm working on improving my SAT score, and I'm aiming to apply to the Coast Guard Academy. Does anyone know what the current SAT requirements are, or what scores might make me a strong candidate?
For the United States Coast Guard Academy, there are no strict "cut-off" scores for the SAT; the academy practices a holistic review of applications where all aspects of your application, including your grades, extracurricular involvements, and leadership experiences, are taken into account. However, to provide some context, the average SAT scores of admitted students tend to fall in the range of 1270 to 1400.
While SAT scores are an important consideration, they aren't the sole deciding factor. Remember that the Coast Guard Academy places equal or greater importance on leadership potential, physical fitness, and commitment to service, so keep focusing on those areas as well. To further strengthen your application, consider pursuing rigorous courses or taking on leadership roles in school clubs or sports teams.
And lastly, don't forget to prepare for the Candidate Fitness Assessment (CFA) which is a physical fitness test required in the admissions process. All these combined will contribute to making you a strong candidate for the academy.
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