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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. To search for a virtual program select “Virtual” in “Category.

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.

Explore Admissions Brief and Tour Sessions

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!

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.

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.

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 LTJG Lindsay Harnly at Lindsay.M.Harnly@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

April 14
Admissions Brief with Campus Tour
May 9
Admissions Brief with Campus Tour
May 30
Admissions Brief with Campus Tour

Contact Information

Admissions Visit
LTJG Lindsay Harnly
Campus Programs Manager
860-701-6678
Lindsay.M.Harnly@uscga.edu
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