"Coast Guard Academy - A User's Guide" helps prospective applicants, AIM-sters, cadets, and their families understand the requirements, standards, goals, benefits, and process of attending the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. Helpful for everyone from high school students to "first class" academy cadets, the book describes the structure, culture, traditions, and values of the Coast Guard Academy. "A User Guide" is an invaluable reference to help applicants, cadets, and families understand, navigate, and thrive in the special world of America's smallest, most unique military academy.