Definition of Terms

The terminology listed below will be used frequently in this section on admission to the Academy. Candidates should familiarize themselves with these definitions:

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Scholarships

While the Academy offers Federal Student Aid (FSA), students may apply for outside award scholarships and grants. The Academy welcomes any outside awards which may be used to help defray the Cost of Attendance.  

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Cost of Attendance

A Midshipman's Cost of Attendance (COA) will vary by class year and the number of terms on campus during a given academic year. The COA includes three types of expenses: Midshipman Fees, Other Out of Pocket Expenses, and Cost Allowances for Financial Aid...

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While enrolled at the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) the Federal Government provides tuition, room and board, uniforms and textbooks to Midshipmen.  Midshipmen are responsible for the payment of Midshipman Fees and other costs associated with enrollment at...

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Appointments

Candidates are appointed competitively by the Academy for the vacancies allocated to their state or geographical area. Each state has an assigned number of appointees proportionate to its representation in Congress. After the Academy has selected its principal appointees, the remaining qualified...