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United States Coast Guard Academy is located in a small city, in New London, Connecticut. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at United States Coast Guard Academy top out at the Bachelor's degree.
Students at the school often study science and engineering.
The admissions department at United States Coast Guard Academy does not accept all those who apply. In 2005, 81% of applicants were rejected at the school. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 590 to 680 in 2005. A quarter of students admitted in 2005 scored 690 or higher on the math SAT. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors. By paying its faculty better than most schools, the school tries to attract and retain a high quality teaching staff.
United States Coast Guard Academy offers classes to 1,005 students (1,005 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at the school are male.
United States Coast Guard Academy has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. United States Coast Guard Academy does offer meal plans to students. Students sports include formal participation in New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference and Other competitions.
Tuition is fairly low at United States Coast Guard Academy.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Academy is the wellspring of leadership and character for the United States Coast Guard. In serving the American public, the Academy is recognized as an exemplary institution and valued as a national asset. To earn that recognition and inspire learners, we excel in education, professional and military training, and leadership development."
More complete details are provided below.
United States Coast Guard Academy
15 Mohegan Avenue
New London, CT 06320-4195
General Phone: (860) 444-8444
Admissions Phone: (860) 444-8500
Financial Aid Phone: (860) 444-8309
http://www.cga.edu
United States Coast Guard Academy awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 104 | civil engineering, operations research, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, naval and marine engineering |
| Science | 39 | oceanography |
| Liberal Arts | 38 | political science |
| Business And Management | 35 | business management |
Number of programs and degrees for United States Coast Guard Academy in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 216 | 8 |
In 2005, United States Coast Guard Academy had a total enrollment of 1,005 students (1,005 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 65% |
| Women | 23% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 84% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 40% |
| 20-21 | 47% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 9% |
| Virginia | 9% |
| Pennsylvania | 8% |
| New Jersey | 8% |
| Maryland | 8% |
| Massachusetts | 6% |
| California | 6% |
| Florida | 5% |
| Texas | 5% |
| Connecticut | 4% |
| Washington | 3% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| North Carolina | 2% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Minnesota | 2% |
| Oregon | 2% |
| Arizona | 2% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| Hawaii | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| Kansas | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 91 % |
United States Coast Guard Academy offers campus housing for 1,025 of its 1,005 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of New London, Connecticut for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,597 | 307 | 19% | 272 | 89% |
| Men | 1,251 | 222 | 18% | 178 | 80% |
| Women | 346 | 85 | 25% | 62 | 73% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 590 | 680 |
| SAT Math | 620 | 690 |
| ACT Verbal | 25 | 30 |
| ACT Math | 26 | 31 |
| ACT Composite | 25 | 29 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 91% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 37% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (860) 444-8500
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 850 |
| Other expenses | $ 550 |
Financial Aid:
United States Coast Guard Academy participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 141500)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (860) 444-8309
United States Coast Guard Academy has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 8 | $85,180 | 3 | $85,239 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 9 | $82,349 | 3 | $85,239 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 9 | $116,747 | 6 | $111,301 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 7 | $89,519 | 4 | $92,678 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 4 | $74,417 | 4 | $70,869 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 20 | $98,751 | 14 | $94,428 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecturer | short term | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | short term | 1 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Other |
| Basketball | New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference |
| Track | New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
ENGINEERING
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
Operations Research
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets United States Coast Guard Academy Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 6% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Career counseling Career placement services Remedial classes for students Offers campus housing On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has hospital on campus NCAA athletic conference member
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