Apply to College

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Visit your college's website

Almost all college have very complete websites, usually with a section just on admission. The website will have useful tools and information such as:
- A downloadable application form
- Admission requirements such as whether entrance exams are required, documentation required, etc.
- Checklists or other tools to organize your application

Take required entrance exams

Schools may or may not required entrance examinations. Check with your school to see if any entrance exams are required. We've provided links to information on the exams most likely to be required.
DANTES - Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT)
DANTES - ACT Assessment Test (ACT)
DANTES - Graduate Record Exam (GRE)
DANTES - Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)

Request transcripts

Request a USCG Official Transcript. The CG Institute will send this document containing your military experience to the college.
You will need transcripts for any prior college work you have completed. These can be requested from the college. Ask that the transcripts be sent directly to the college where you are applying or request sealed copies to send with the enrollment package. Do not open sealed transcripts, if you do, the college probably won't accept them.
If you took college credit examinations prior to June 1994, you will have to request transcripts from the testing agency. After June 1994, the CG Institute established an electronic link with the testing agencies and those scores will appear on your CG transcript. It is also a good idea to attach copies of your official score report to the enrollment form.

How to submit a SOCCOAST college application

Your application, student agreement and CG official transcript will be sent by the CG Institute to your college.
The benefits of this are that the Institute becomes your liaison with the college and can assist in resolving problems when possible. You should still work directly with your college advisor.
Remember that the education specialists at the Institute work for the Coast Guard and not the college. Therefore, they have YOUR best interest at heart. They will be glad to assist you with your questions. Contact the education specialist who prepared your package if you have any questions.

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Last Modified 4/11/2012

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