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Typical Class Profile

The statistics below are representative of the qualifications of a typical entering class.

Enrollment

  • Approximately 1,853 students complete the application process
  • 368 appointments offered
  • 265 cadets sworn in, including 6 internationals
  • 21% attended the CGA Scholars (prep) program
  • 221 – the average applicant PFE score

Class Rank

  • 46% in the top 10% of high school class
  • 82% in the top 25% of high school class
  • 99% in the top 50% of high school class

Standardized Test Scores

Median SAT: Math 660, Critical Reading 650

Median ACT: Math 28, English 31

Other

  • 88% earned a varsity letter in high school
  • 54% were team captains in high school
  • 16% played in the high school band
  • 3% performing arts members
  • 41% have a parent who has served in the military
  • 78% plan to pursue a technical major
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