DCMS-81
Advanced Education
The following links are provided for CG-4 and CG-6 sponsored students:
Contact UsAdvanced Education Guide
This provides all the instructions for getting started in our advanced education program(s). The guide outlines the rules, requirements and processes to follow for getting into school, while in school, and when you are finished.
Degree Planning Proposal (DPP)
Once you have selected a school and curriculum, complete the Degree Plan. Have your proposal signed (or forwarded through) your command for PCS departure approval. Submit your proposal to the DCMS-81 Advanced Education Program Manager at the Advanced Ed Mail Box. Request for Orders (RFO)
Once you have are accepted at your approved college (per your DPP), complete the Request for Orders form and send to DCMS-81 along with your acceptance letter. Student Accounting Form (SAF)
The Student Accounting Form (SAF) is used to submit your tuition and fee payment requirements to the Coast Guard for payment directly to the school. For help in filling out the SAF, the following sample is provided:
SF-1164 Reimbursement Form
The SF-1164, Claim for Reimbursement for Expenditures on Official Business, is used to reimburse you for book costs (enlisted only) and fees you were required to pay upfront, vice Coast Guard payment later.
Student Contact Form
The Student Contact Information Form is how we know where you are. Since you are not assigned to a Coast Guard Unit, this is our official "listing" for you.
OER Forms
CWO's to Ltjg's use the following form: LT's to LCDR's use the following form: For help filling out your DUINs OER as a PG student, the following documents are provided:
- Completing Your DUINs OER - a job aid to walk you through DUINs OER completion
- OER Check List - a DUINs quick reference check list
New! Thesis Samples
Sample Theses from the various programs to help with choosing and writing
yours.
Thesis Page
Follow the guide (below) for any desired foreign travel while attached to the advanced education program. Please note the restrictions defined in the Advanced Education Guide before considering any foreign travel.
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Download Plug-Ins: Some of the links on this page require a plug-in to view them. Links to the plug-ins are available below.
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Last Modified 9/13/2012