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The Academy experience challenges your mind, body, and character. Whether on shore, on the sea, or in the air, Coast Guard cadets develop professionally from rigorous training and character-building teamwork. We instill discipline, drive, and service above the self. The experience is not for everyone, but the rewards are many.

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Science, Technology and Engineering Program (STEP)
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October 27
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October 31
Admissions Brief w/ Campus Tour
November 1
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Starting May 7th all guests (age 18 and older) who wish to come onboard the Academy campus must show REAL ID-compliant identification. More information can be found here: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id. If your state-issued driver’s license is not REAL ID-compliant, there are a variety of other forms of identification you can provide: https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification

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