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United States Coast Guard Academy

New London, CT·Public·https://www.uscga.edu/

Campus Identity

Beach TownNCAA D3

United States Coast Guard Academy is a small public college in New London, CT. Approximately 1,108 students are enrolled. Admissions are selective with a 22% acceptance rate. The campus sits in a beach town, just 4 miles from the ocean.

At a Glance

United States Coast Guard Academy is a small public college in New London, CT. Approximately 1,108 students are enrolled. Admissions are selective with a 22% acceptance rate. The campus sits in a beach town, just 4 miles from the ocean.

22%
Acceptance Rate
1,943 applications
30
ACT Score (50th %ile)
Range: 27–32
N/A
In-State Tuition
N/A
Out-of-State Tuition
N/A
Room & Board
21 meals/week
1,108
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
66%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
NCAA D3
Athletics
New England Women's and Men's Athletic
Selectivity22% · Selective
Highly SelectiveOpen

SAT Scores (25th–75th Percentile)

SAT Evidence-Based Reading

620660700

SAT Math

620660700

Campus Lifestyle

Athletics

NCAA D3

New England Women's and Men's Athletic

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

4 miles

Ocean Beach, CT

Weather

Warm Climate

46°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

30 skiable acres4 lifts
80 skiable acres5 lifts
46 mi away
51 skiable acres7 lifts

Beach Town

Ocean Beach, CT

Ocean access within 3.9 miles

4 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · New London, CT

31°Jan33°Feb40°Mar49°Apr58°May67°Jun73°Jul73°Aug66°Sep55°Oct46°Nov37°Dec

Station: GROTON · Source: NOAA NCEI

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 21 meals/week

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Fields of Study

9 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's
45 grads/yr
Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's
37 grads/yr
Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's
35 grads/yr
Naval Architecture and Marine EngineeringBachelor's
26 grads/yr
Geological and Earth Sciences/GeosciencesBachelor's
25 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's45 grads
Political Science and Government
Bachelor's37 grads
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's35 grads
Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
Bachelor's26 grads
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences
Bachelor's25 grads
Civil Engineering
Bachelor's21 grads
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Bachelor's20 grads
Operations Research
Bachelor's20 grads
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering
Bachelor's18 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is United States Coast Guard Academy located?

United States Coast Guard Academy is located in New London, CT. The main campus address is 15 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at United States Coast Guard Academy?

United States Coast Guard Academy has an acceptance rate of 22%, making it highly selective. Out of 1,943 applicants, 436 were admitted in the most recent year. 1,108 students enrolled.

What ACT score do you need for United States Coast Guard Academy?

The middle 50% of enrolled students at United States Coast Guard Academy scored between 27 and 32 on the ACT, with a median of 30. About 27% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.

Does United States Coast Guard Academy have college sports?

Yes — United States Coast Guard Academy competes at the NCAA D3 level in the New England Women's and Men's Athletic. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.

Is United States Coast Guard Academy the right fit for me?

Whether United States Coast Guard Academy is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (22% admit rate), cost and financial aid, campus culture in New London, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh United States Coast Guard Academy against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with United States Coast Guard Academy directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
New London, CT
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Bachelor's
NCAA
NCAA D3
Conference
New England Women's and Men's Athletic
School Year Weather
Warm · 46°F avg
Nearest Airport
Groton, CT (GON) · 4 mialso WST (16 mi), HFD (38 mi)

Location

New London, CT

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.