Dot gov

The .gov means it’s official.
Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you're on a federal government site.

SSL

The site is secure.
The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely.

USMMA Operations Status:

On 12 February 2025, the United States Merchant Marine Academy will be OPEN.  Recognizing the possibility of winter weather, UNSCHEDULED TELEWORK (AS WELL AS UNSCHEDULED LEAVE) IS AUTHORIZED FOR EMPLOYEES.  Employees planning to telework or take unscheduled leave must coordinate with and obtain approval from their supervisory chain of command. Anyone scheduled to visit the Academy or American Merchant Marine Museum should check with their host for specific guidance. All are encouraged to monitor the weather forecast and stay safe.

U.S. Department of Transportation U.S. Department of Transportation Icon United States Department of Transportation United States Department of Transportation

Latest information: Legionella Update 22 August 2024

USMMA Seal

KINGS POINT, N.Y., AUGUST 22, 2024 - Today, the United States Merchant Marine Academy issued additional information regarding the Legionella bacteria that was detected in the Fulton Gibbs cooling tower. The cooling towers have been cleaned, sanitized, and refilled. They are currently circulating clean water.

The letter is linked here: Legionella Letter Public Safety to Community Fulton Gibbs August 22, 2024.pdf (usmma.edu)

 

###

 

ABOUT USMMA

The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, located in Kings Point, N.Y, educates and graduates leaders of exemplary character who are inspired to serve the national security, marine transportation, and economic needs of the United States as licensed Merchant Marine Officers and commissioned officers in the Armed Forces. President Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicated the Academy, which was established under the Merchant Marine Act of 1936, as the United States Merchant Marine Academy in 1943. It is administered by the Maritime Administration under the auspices of the Department of Transportation.

 

 

 

Now Accepting Applications for the Class of 2029