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United States Coast Guard Academy Candidate Fitness Assessment
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About this exam
The United States Coast Guard Academy Candidate Fitness Assessment (CFA) is a physical fitness assessment for applicants seeking admission to the Academy and preparation for the demands of cadet life. It is not an academic subject exam or a general military enlistment test. The CFA measures performance across several areas of fitness, including upper-body strength, core endurance, agility, coordination, and aerobic endurance. Admissions decisions consider the application as a whole, so candidates should treat fitness readiness as one part of a broader process that also involves academic, personal, and medical qualifications.
The CFA typically consists of six events in a set order: basketball throw, pull-ups or flexed-arm hang, shuttle run, modified sit-ups, push-ups, and a one-mile run. Candidates should learn the current instructions for event order, timing, equipment setup, measurement, and scoring before test day; procedural errors can affect recorded results. Build fitness progressively rather than relying on last-minute workouts, and practice each event with consistent technique. Review the Coast Guard Academy’s official admissions guidance for the 2027–2028 cycle, since requirements and instructions can change.
How to prepare for the Coast Guard Academy CFA
- Review the current official CFA instructions and scoring standards, including the event order, timing rules, equipment requirements, and measurement procedures.
- Train each event specifically: practice a controlled basketball throw, the required pull-up or flexed-arm-hang technique, shuttle-run turns, sit-ups, push-ups, and the one-mile run.
- Use occasional full, timed practice sessions to learn pacing and transitions, record your results, and leave enough recovery between workouts; avoid testing yourself at maximum effort every day.
FAQ
Who takes the Coast Guard Academy Candidate Fitness Assessment?
It is for applicants to the United States Coast Guard Academy when required as part of the admissions process. It is not a fitness test for every Coast Guard job applicant. Check the Academy’s current admissions instructions to confirm the requirements for your application cycle.
What events are on the Coast Guard Academy CFA?
The CFA typically includes a basketball throw, pull-ups or flexed-arm hang, shuttle run, modified sit-ups, push-ups, and a one-mile run. Follow the current official instructions for the applicable event options, order, timing, and administration rules.
How should I prepare for the Coast Guard Academy CFA?
Practice all six events, learn the test-day procedures, and build strength and endurance gradually. Review the current official scoring standards so you understand how results are recorded, and use timed practice sessions to develop a realistic pace without overtraining.