We know plenty of people who got CGAS (prep school) appointment AFTER completing a year of civilian college, AFTER completing some years as enlist, AFTER self-prepping for a year, etc. That means 2+ years after graduating high school before becoming SWAB. 21 is hardly unusual at USCGA, and we've seen plenty; they are definitely not discriminated against. As for them being racist... they are definitely ACTIVELY recruiting minorities too. They have specific recruitment programs such as Genesis Invitational specifically targeting the minority and first generation students. They are really pushing for more diversity as long as you're also academically, medically, and physically competitive first. USCGA doesn't care whether you're 21 or a minority as long as you're an excellent fit for them. As for the drug addiction... considering their drug interdiction mission, they may take it extremely seriously, but that has nothing to do with being racist. That goes for ALL colors across the board. I personally wouldn't know how they deal with individuals with past drug addiction history, and that's something the admissions need to address.
Just out of curiosity.... sorry if I'm wrong, but you're not trolling are you? Reading all your previous comments including the one on Donald, it just crossed my mind, and you seem to be making a lot of negative comments and commotion on other forums too. Just didn't sound like someone who would be on the U.S. service academy forums. If you truly are not a troll, but just an angry, negative person, perhaps not your age or color but your current attitude or character may hinder you from gaining an appointment. If you're serious about attending any of the service academies, you should dig deep inside and ask yourself if this is how you want to presentvyiurself to people. Honor, respect, devotion to duty. Ship, shipmates, self... in that order. How do you feel about that? You might want to think about if you're a good fit. Again, I apologize if I'm wrong about you trolling, but most people on this forum have been incredibly respectful, humble, helpful, and generous in giving advice. Those are also the kind of characters the academies are looking for to become future military leaders.