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Visits Unrivaled

We believe that visiting is essential to making an informed decision. We are pleased to offer unparalleled college visits on-campus, on-the-road, and virtually! You are also welcome to tour the campus on your own or arrange a meeting with your Admission Officer between 8 AM and 4 PM Monday-Friday.

Campus Programs

Please join us to explore cadet life by registering for the programs below.

A two-hour session held on select weekdays (1 PM to 3 PM) and select Saturdays (9 AM to 10:30 AM ET). Select Virtual Admissions Briefs are also available. This is a great introduction for first-time visitors.

  • January 16th
  • January 30th
  • February 7th
  • February 27th
  • March 16th
  • March 21st
  • March 27th
  • April 6th
  • April 13th
  • April 24th
  • April 27th
  • May 2nd
  • May 4th
  • May 8th
  • May 11th
  • May 16th
  • May 29th
  • June 5th
  • June 15th
  • June 26th
REGISTER TO ATTEND

An overnight visit for high school seniors and graduates, starting at 8:30 AM and ending at 12:00 PM the next day. Shadow a cadet for a truly authentic experience, after you and your parents attend a welcome session!

  • January 22nd-23rd
  • March 19th-20th
REGISTER TO ATTEND

A day long visit for high school students, starting at 8:30 AM and ending at 3:40 PM. Enjoy presentations, lunch with cadets and staff, and a campus tour.

  • January 26th
  • February 23rd
  • March 23rd
  • April 20th
REGISTER TO ATTEND

Join us online to interact with cadets, staff, and Coast Guard officers to understand the opportunities available at the CGA and beyond. All sessions typically are from 0700-0800 PM EST.

  • January 14th: USCGA Application Workshop
  • February 25th: AIM Information Session
  • March 11th: AIM Information Session
  • March 25th: Cadet Life
  • April 22nd: CG Careers
  • May 6th: AIM Town Hall
  • May 7th: AIM Town Hall
  • May 13th: Virtual AIM Town Hall
REGISTER TO ATTEND

A day long visit for high school students, focusing on the opportunities and challenges of earning a technical degree. Learn why science, math or engineering degrees are the “best” first undergraduate degree! STEP combines real world academics with an Academy orientation. Guests will meet cadets, faculty, Admission staff, and like-minded young engineers. Participants depart better prepared to choose a college major, with insight about the unique opportunities available to Academy graduates. Guests arrive at 8:30 AM ET and depart at 4:00 PM.

  • February 9th
REGISTER TO ATTEND

Visiting USCGA with a School Group or Organization

We welcome the opportunity to host your group at the Academy. If you are a school group or community organization interested in scheduling an admissions brief and campus tour, please contact our Campus Programs Manager, LCDR John Giovanni at John.J.Giovanni@uscga.edu. Special programs are subject to availability, and please provide at least two weeks’ notice so we can accommodate your request.

College Fairs

Explore here to learn about upcoming Black College Expo Fairs.

Explore here to learn about upcoming Hispanic College Fairs.

Meet us at the following virtual college fairs hosted by NACAC. You can:

  • Attend a presentation
  • Schedule a one-on-one meeting with your Admission Officer, before, after or during the Fair!

Visit National College Fairs for more information.

Off Campus

Besides high school visits and college fairs, we host Admission Workshops and attend congressionally sponsored service academy events around the country. Check the calendar and these sites for the latest opportunities.

Admissions

Upcoming Programs

January 14
USCGA Application Workshop
January 16
Admissions Brief & Tours
January 22-23
Cadet For a Day (Overnight)
January 26
Bears Day

Contact Information

Admissions Visit
LCDR John Giovanni
Campus Programs Manager
860-701-6783
John.J.Giovanni@uscga.edu
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