I am not exactly the best swimmer. Is it looked down upon? I will definietly try to learn between now and next year when I apply but just in case I still suck will USCGA teach me just as other academies do like West Point?
You should learn to swim now. Never too late. But you will have a good swim regiment for all 4 years with increasing distance and survival requirement through 2C 3rd year. Same for USNA.