Coast Guard Updates Academy Application Info Collection Process
Published Date: 11/28/2025
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Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard is asking for approval to keep collecting info from people applying to their Academy Introduction Mission Program, with some small changes. If you’re involved in this program, you can share your thoughts by December 29, 2025. This process helps make sure the paperwork stays fair and doesn’t waste your time or money.
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AIM Applicants Must Submit Multiple Forms
If you want to be considered for the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Introduction Mission (AIM) Program, you must submit an online application and supplemental forms (high school transcript, personal reference, Travel Update USCGA-AIM1, Scholarship Request USCGA-AIM2, Medical Release USCGA-AIM3). Applicants apply once per year, and the collection is identified by OMB Control Number 1625-0121.
Recommendation Letter Authors Face Time Burden
About 3,000 individuals are expected to submit letters of recommendation for AIM applicants each year, contributing to the collection's total estimated annual burden of 9,000 hours. These letter-writers may spend time completing and submitting recommendation materials as part of the application process.
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