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Thank you for inquiring about how to become a member of the United States Coast Guard. Because the job we do is highly sensitive and could involve national security issues, Coast Guard recruitment must follow certain criteria that include:

• You must be a U.S. citizen or a Resident Alien.
• You must be between the ages of 17-27 (up to age 32 if attending an 'A' school) for Active Duty. (If you are 17, you'll need parental consent.)
• Reservists must be between 17-39. Prior service personnel should contact their local recruiter for specific programs.
• You must have a high school diploma. GEDs are accepted in rare circumstances.
• You can have no more than two dependents.

As part of the recruitment process, you will have to pass the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test and a military entrance medical exam. You will also be subject to a police background check and as with other military services, felony convictions will disqualify you from consideration.

As the first step in the process, please click the Continue button and complete the form to receive a recruitment brochure and be contacted by a recruiter.

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