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Admissions Overview

The following are the steps that must be taken in order to be considered for admission to the United States Merchant Marine Academy:

  1. Confirm Eligibility
  2. Submit Part 1
  3. Apply for a Nomination
  4. College Entrance Exams
  5. Transcripts
  6. Candidate Fitness Assessment
  7. Medical Exam
  8. Complete Your Online Application
     

Applications for the Class of 2030 open on 1 May 2025