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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:

Confirm EligibilitySubmit Part 1Apply for a NominationCollege Entrance ExamsTranscriptsCandidate Fitness AssessmentMedical ExamComplete Your Online Application...

Admissions Visits

The Academy grounds, museum, and Navy Exchange are open to the general public throughout the year, daily from 8:00 to 4:30, with the exception of federal holidays and the summer and winter leave periods.

Applications for the Class of 2031 open on 1 May 2026