I'm planning to apply to the Coast Guard Academy and want to make sure I don't miss any important deadlines. Could someone share when I need to have things like applications and testing done by?
Sure, happy to provide some information about the United States Coast Guard Academy and its application timeline. Here are some important dates:
- The application becomes accessible online on August 1. You can start your application process from this date onwards.
- The priority deadline to submit your Pre-Candidate Questionnaire is October 15. Completing it by this date will give you an opportunity to receive an early evaluation and increase your chances of being selected for an Admissions Partner Interview.
- The last date to submit your application to be considered for the Scholars Program, which is a developmental program for candidates who show potential but need further academic preparation, is November 1.
- For regular admission, all pieces of the application including the Pre-Candidate Questionnaire, personal essays, letters of recommendation, and official school transcripts should be submitted no later than January 15.
Regarding standardized tests, the Coast Guard Academy super-scores both SAT and ACT and accepts scores up until the January testing. This means that if you’re hoping to boost your scores, you have until these dates to take the tests. However, due to the competitive nature of the Academy admissions process, earlier application completions are encouraged.
These dates are particularly for the 2024-2025 application cycle and could vary slightly from year to year. Please always refer to the official Coast Guard Academy Admissions website for the most accurate and updated information. Hope this helps with your planning!
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