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Off-Duty Education: Coast Guard Programs

Coast Guard Institute

Programs are available to active-duty members, reservists, spouses and civilian employees.

Military training and experience are converted to college credit recommended by the American Council on Education. The credit is reflected in an unofficial assessment and degree plan.

Official transcripts are available upon request. Participants can expect general guidance toward a degree-completion plan and documentation of military-related training and experience. Services must be requested prior to separation or retirement.

Contact: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/cgi/.

Pre-commissioning Program for Enlisted Personnel

This competitive program allows selected enlisted members to complete a bachelor's degree, attend Officer Candidate School and receive a Coast Guard commission. The Coast Guard pays all tuition, books and lab fees, in addition to regular pay and allowances.

Participants must meet the following criteria:

•Be at least 21 years old but under 30 as of the selection date.

•Have at least four years of active service, and at least two in the Coast Guard.

•Have qualifying scores on the SAT (1100 on the math and verbal), ACT (composite score of 23) and ASVAB (110 on the general technical portion).

•Provide official transcripts from any colleges attended.

•Have a minimum GPA of 2.5.

•Submit a letter of acceptance from the school they wish to attend.

•Be able to complete the bachelor's degree in two years.

Contact: http://www.uscg.mil.