Admissions

Your journey to becoming a future maritime officer or military leader starts here. At the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), you control your future. Upon graduation, you will have the unique opportunity to choose your path: you can work as a U.S. Merchant Marine Officer while serving as a reserve officer, or you can apply to serve as an active-duty officer in any branch of the nation's Armed Forces.

Important Application Updates:

Class of 2031: Applications are officially open.

General Application Deadlines:

February 1: Deadline to submit a completed application (for your entry year).
May 1: Deadline for appointed candidates to accept or decline their status.

In This Section

The 8 Steps to Admission

Academic Requirements

Selection Process

Service Obligation

Financial Aid

Special Applicant Pathways

Fees and Expenses

Appointee Information

Admissions Visits

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The 8 Steps To Admission

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1. Confirm Eligibility

2. Get Started

3. Apply for a Nomination

4. College Entrance Exams

5. Transcripts

6. Candidate Fitness Assessment

7. Medical Exam

8. Complete Your Online Application

Whether you are applying directly from high school, have prior enlisted military service, or are an international student, we are here to support you. Take the first step toward a premier education and a commitment to our core values of Respect, Honor, and Service.