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The United States Coast Guard Academy is the federal military academy of the United States Coast Guard. USCGA is located in New London, Connecticut. The academy offers 4-year Bachelor of Science degrees in different subjects. After completion of the degree courses, students are commissioned as an Ensign in the U. S. Coast Guard. Majors are offered in the fields of engineering, humanities, management, mathematics and science.
The Athletic Department at USCGA offers a variety of sports and activities for its students. The academy is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III and participates in the New England Women’s and Men’s Athletic Conference, the New England Football Conference and the Eastern College Athletic Conference. The athletic teams of USCGA are known as the Bears.
United States Coast Guard Academy is located in a small city, in New London, CT. 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 2007-2008, 92% of applicants were rejected at the school. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 560 to 660 in 2007-2008. A quarter of students admitted in 2007-2008 scored 680 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors. By paying its faculty better than most schools, United States Coast Guard Academy tries to attract and retain a high quality teaching staff.
The school offers classes to 963 students (963 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at United States Coast Guard Academy are male.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. The school does offer meal plans to students. Students sports include formal participation in New England Football Conference and New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference competitions.
Tuition is fairly low at the school.
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
http://www.cga.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 116 | civil engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, naval and marine engineering, operations research |
| Liberal Arts | 38 | political science |
| Business and Management | 37 | business management |
| Science | 32 | oceanography |
Number of programs and degrees for United States Coast Guard Academy in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 223 | 8 |
In 2007-2008, United States Coast Guard Academy had a total enrollment of 963 students (963 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 37% |
| 20-21 | 50% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Virginia | 8% |
| New Jersey | 8% |
| Texas | 7% |
| Connecticut | 6% |
| Pennsylvania | 6% |
| New York | 6% |
| California | 5% |
| Florida | 4% |
| Michigan | 4% |
| Colorado | 4% |
| Maryland | 4% |
| Ohio | 4% |
| Minnesota | 3% |
| Massachusetts | 3% |
| Georgia | 3% |
| North Carolina | 3% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Washington | 2% |
| Arizona | 2% |
| New Hampshire | 2% |
| New Mexico | 2% |
| Hawaii | 2% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Puerto Rico | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| West Virginia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 96 % |
United States Coast Guard Academy offers campus housing for 975 of its 963 (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. Also see our list of other Connecticut Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,345 | 272 | 8% | 252 | 93% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 560 | 660 |
| SAT Math | 610 | 680 |
| ACT Verbal | 27 | 32 |
| ACT Math | 31 | 32 |
| ACT Composite | 27 | 30 |
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 | 90% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 37% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 950 |
| Other expenses | $ 650 |
Financial Aid:
United States Coast Guard Academy participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 141500)
United States Coast Guard Academy has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecturer | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 10 | $128,829 | 8 | $127,570 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 7 | $98,108 | 3 | $103,333 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 4 | $74,500 | 3 | $74,000 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 10 | $57,500 | 6 | $57,500 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 32 | $90,814 | 20 | $94,878 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | New England Football Conference |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Career counseling Career services Remedial classes for students 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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