Application Process
Expert guidance for every step of your journey to the Academies.
BUILD YOUR RESUME, BUILD YOUR FUTURE
Build your resume, then get it all into the Candidate Activities Record (or, “Extracurricular Activities” section).
We mentioned last week that many applicants forget to include all their extracurricular activities.
Here’s a best practice to ensure you maximize your points on the extracurricular section.
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EVERY POINT COUNTS!
Every part of your application is scored with a certain amount of points. The more points, the more competitive you are. Your GPA, SAT, essays, interview score, letters of recommendation, are all converted into a quantitative calculation.
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WHY COAST GUARD ACADEMY?
Have you considered the Coast Guard Academy?
Their mission involves interdicting drug smugglers, flying search and rescue helicopters, providing crucial humanitarian aid, and serving as deck officer on a cutter.
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