An admissions interview is an excellent opportunity for you to learn more about the Academy, and for the Academy to learn more about you.

Interviews are optional, but recommended. The interview normally takes about 40 minutes. If your family wishes to attend with you, the interviewer will first meet with you alone, then offer time for your family to ask questions. If you are interested in having an interview, contact your Admissions Officer and they can arrange for an interview with a Coast Guard Academy representative in your area. There is usually a two week waiting period between the date of request and the interview.

The best time to schedule your interview is after you have submitted the online application, your SAT Reasoning or ACT scores that include a writing test, and a current high school transcript. The critical information received in the first part of the application process, along with your scores and transcript, allow us to start a file on you. Further, your submission of this information indicates you are serious about applying to the Academy.