We are the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
The United States Merchant Marine Academy, one of the five federal service academies, educates and graduates leaders who are committed to serving American national security and critical economic interests. As licensed Merchant Marine Officers and commissioned officers in the Armed Forces, graduates of the academy are essential for securing the country’s commerce in peacetime and delivering our warfighters, weapons, and military supplies during conflict. Due to their elite training and real-world experience, graduates are ready to go on day one in service of American military strength and economic power.
The Facts
For 75 years, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy has prepared leaders of exemplary character, skill and commitment to serve America’s marine transportation and defense needs in peace and war.
Recent Developments
Looking Back to Move Forward: Celebrating Women Mariners on National Maritime Day
In a year in which much attention is rightly being paid to improving the shipboard workplace environment for women, it’s easy to lose sight of the many…
Our Military Sealift Success Depends on Qualified Mariners. Where are They?
Russia’s failure to secure and maintain its Ukrainian supply lines will be a topic of exhaustive study for generations of future historians…
Midshipman X – Candid Interview With A Merchant Marine Academy Leader
We recently had a chat with Jim Tobin, President, and CEO of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Alumni Association and Foundation (AAF) about the latest Midshipman X controversy concerning the sexual assault of students interning as cadets during the US Merchant Marine Academy’s Sea Year…