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United States Coast Guard Academy Women's Swimming and Diving

United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA) · New London, Connecticut · Public university

Acceptance rate22%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate93%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,108Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty7 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

United States Coast Guard Academy Women's Swimming and Diving coaches

Coaches at United States Coast Guard Academy who recruit Women's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where United States Coast Guard Academy competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
coastguardathletics.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1240–1400
ACTMiddle 50%: 27–32

Create a profile to see where your scores land.

Popular majors

Business Administration and Management, GeneralCivil Engineering, GeneralComputer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information AssuranceElectrical and Electronics EngineeringMechanical EngineeringNaval Architecture and Marine EngineeringOceanography, Chemical and Physical
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
7 : 1
Graduation rate
93% in six years
Campus

Where it is

United States Coast Guard Academy in New London.

Location
New London, Connecticut
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
uscga.edu
Overview

About United States Coast Guard Academy Women's Swimming and Diving

How the program competes and what the school is like.

John Westkott, the Head Swimming Coach, leads the United States Coast Guard Academy Women's Swimming and Diving staff of 9 coaches. United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Swimming and Diving as a member of the New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference. United States Coast Guard Academy is a small public school in New London, Connecticut with 1,108 undergraduates, a 22% acceptance rate.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by United States Coast Guard Academy Women's Swimming and Diving

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail John Westkott, the Head Swimming Coach and Mary Westkott, the Associate Head Swimming Coach. United States Coast Guard Academy has 9 coaches for Women's Swimming and Diving, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your best times in your events, or your dive list and scores in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so John can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at United States Coast Guard Academy typically score 1240–1400 on the SAT and 27–32 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the United States Coast Guard Academy staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Questions

United States Coast Guard Academy Women's Swimming and Diving FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is United States Coast Guard Academy D3?

Yes. United States Coast Guard Academy competes in NCAA Division III Women's Swimming and Diving, in the New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference.

Is United States Coast Guard Academy public or private?

United States Coast Guard Academy is a public school in New London, Connecticut.

What conference is United States Coast Guard Academy Women's Swimming and Diving in?

The New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference.

Does United States Coast Guard Academy offer athletic scholarships for Women's Swimming and Diving?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does United States Coast Guard Academy Women's Swimming and Diving have?

9 coaches, led by John Westkott, the Head Swimming Coach.

What is the United States Coast Guard Academy acceptance rate?

22% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for United States Coast Guard Academy?

Admitted students typically score 1240–1400 on the SAT and 27–32 on the ACT.

How do I contact the United States Coast Guard Academy Women's Swimming and Diving coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.