Accepted Students

To apply for financial aid, students must complete a Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year. The form can be found at www.studentaid.gov. 

All students can monitor their financial aid status through the Massachusetts Maritime Academy self-service portal.

You will receive information regarding how to access this portal via email shortly after you receive your acceptance packet from the Office of Admissions.  In addition to viewing your financial aid application status, you can also view missing documents, review/accept your financial aid offer, print your financial aid offer letter, complete all necessary steps to finalize your aid and view important information regarding your financial aid offer as well as financial aid policies.

If you have been awarded any outside scholarships be sure to notify the Office of Student Financial Services, either by reporting it under the ‘REPORT/VIEW OUTSIDE AWARDS’ link, or by sending written notification directly to the Office of Student Financial Services.

Questions regarding Financial Aid should be directed to 508-830-5042 or finaid@maritime.edu 

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Please log into your Status Portal to complete your Offer of Acceptance and pay your $400 enrollment deposit by 1/16/26. Pay by debit/credit card* or indicate you will be mailing your check payable to MMA. Ensure student name and student id# are on the memo line of the check.  Please note, that you will need your Student ID number to complete payment - this can be found on your acceptance letter. Completing these steps not only holds your place in the class but is the trigger for additional information and allows other departments on campus to acknowledge you are an incoming student. 

*A service fee may apply

Pay Your enrollment Deposit

confirmation Form

Massachusetts Maritime Academy prides itself on its technology resources, all of which you will need to successfully transition to life as a cadet. You will receive an email with your account login information within 10-14 business days after your acceptance, at which point you can access the Tech Prep page and complete your next steps. 

Questions regarding Tech Prep, MMA email, and Student Self-Service can be directed to our IT Service Desk at 508-830-5308 or servicedesk@maritime.edu

Once you have set up your technology, log into the Self Service Portal and follow the link for Student Finance.  Once on the landing page, in the upper left corner you will find a link for MY ACCOUNT.  There are a number of items you can complete prior to seeing your bill.  

If you want a parent (or other individuals) to receive emails when your billing statement is posted in Self Service, you should send a Payer Invitation so they receive the same emails you receive when a new billing statement is posted, as well as receive their own log in credentials to access your bill through the parent payment portal. 

You are also encouraged to enroll in the Direct Deposit Electronic Refund, allowing us to deposit any refunds directly into your bank account, rather than wait a few weeks for us to cut and mail you a check.  Even if you are not expecting any type of refund, you are encouraged to set this up, just in case.

Questions regarding setting up information in Self Service Student Finance can be addressed by calling 508-830-5400 or by emailing student_accounts@maritime.edu. 

Questions regarding logging into Self Service can be addressed by contacting the IT Service Desk at 508-830-5308 or servicedesk@maritime.edu

Please contact the Academy Bookstore at 508-830-6488 in order to schedule an in-person fitting. If you are unable to come to campus for a fitting (recommended) you may submit your measurements via email. Please do not try to take your own measurements, as all of your uniforms will be based off of the submitted form. A local tailor should be utilized to take the required measurements.  

Measurement Form

If you have questions regarding your uniform fitting, please contact the Academy Store directly at 508.830.6488 or email fglover@maritime.edu

Massachusetts Maritime Academy is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with documented learning differences/disability. The ADA defines a difference/disability as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more life activity. The Academic Accessibility Coordinator works in collaboration with faculty and other campus departments to provide support for students with learning differences (including ADD and ADHD). This coordination of efforts complies with the mandates of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Students requesting accommodations are required to provide a neuro-psych evaluation completed within the past three years. Documentation of the disability must be dated within three years of the date of enrollment. 

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Submit the Academy specific Medical Clearance paperwork to the medical provider of your choice for completion. Upload completed documents and other requested information into your health portal. Please see Medical Clearance form for the additional requirements for licensed majors.

We follow the US Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Medical Manual guidelines. 

Click below for complete information to ensure you follow all provided instructions:

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According to Massachusetts State Law, all students must be covered by health insurance. If you are not covered by an outside insurance policy, you must purchase and enroll in the health plan available through the Academy.

All students must either complete the enrollment or the waiver for the school sponsored Health Insurance each academic year. To complete this step click here:  Health Insurance.  Make sure that you are filling out the correct year (25-26).

If waiving, the charge on your bill will be removed once we receive confirmation that you filled out the waiver. This must be done each and every academic year.

*This must be completed prior to July 1 to avoid charges on your bill.

Questions regarding health insurance requirements can be addressed by calling Student Accounts in Student Financial Services at 508-830-5400 or by emailing student_accounts@maritime.edu 

PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROCESS IS A REQUIREMENT HANDLED BY THE OFFICE OF FINANCIAL SERVICES AND IS SEPARATE FROM ANY OTHER REQUESTS FOR A COPY OF YOUR HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION which is handled by the Health Services office. 

Ap and/or IB exam scores must be sent to us directly from Collegeboard or IB. The Registrar's Office will review to determine eligibility for awarded credit (if applicable). AP exam scores of 3 or higher will be considered for credit. 

Incoming Transfers - Your final official high school transcript must be sent to us directly from the high school and must include proof of graduation. Your final official college transcript(s) must be sent to us directly from the college. Offers of acceptance to Massachusetts Maritime Academy are contingent upon successfully meeting the transfer standards. If final college transcripts do not meet these standards, we reserve the right to rescind your acceptance. Please note that only a grade of “C” or higher in college courses is considered for transfer.

All incoming students regardless of major are required to complete the drug testing requirement

Massachusetts Maritime Academy is committed to maintaining a drug-free and safe educational and work environment. In accordance with U.S. Department of Homeland Security regulations (46 CFR, Part 16) enforced by the United States Coast Guard (USCG), chemical testing is required for merchant marine personnel to ensure compliance with this standard.

Pre-Enrollment Drug Testing Requirement for All Incoming Cadets:

• All incoming cadet candidates must submit a negative drug test within six (6) months prior to enrollment at Massachusetts Maritime Academy.  For Spring, drug testing must be completed between September 23, 2025 and February 9, 2026.  If proof of testing is not provided by February 9 your admissions offer may be rescinded. 
• Deadline: Drug testing must be completed before February 9 as part of the pre-enrollment process.
• The test must be performed at a federally mandated lab authorized to conduct USCG DOT 5-Panel drug tests.
• Physician-ordered or pediatrician-administered drug screenings will not be accepted.
• A negative test result is required prior to Orientation check-in. 

Important Notice for USCG Licensed Track Majors (Marine Engineering & Marine Transportation)

While some states permit recreational marijuana use, the USCG (DOT) strictly prohibits any drug use, including both recreational and medicinal marijuana. If a Marine Engineering or Marine Transportation student tests positive for any substance, they must report it to the USCG, which will review infractions on a case-by-case basis. A positive test result may affect your ability to earn your license.

Scheduling & Completing Your Drug Test

• Pay for and schedule your drug test via your Status Portal. Do NOT confuse this with the current student drug screen payment option in Self Service. 
• The Academy’s preferred provider is Quest Diagnostics, which has nationwide locations.
• After payment, you will receive an email within 1-2 business days containing your Quest Diagnostics QR Passport. The passport ensures you will receive the proper type of drug test and that MMA will automatically receive your results.
• Bring this QR Passport to your pre-scheduled appointment at a federally certified Quest Diagnostics lab.
• Failure to complete your drug test by the deadline may result in your admission being rescinded.
• A negative test result is required before orientation check-in.

Paying For Your Drug Test -

• Log into your MMA Application Status Portal
• Click on Drug Test in your Enrollment checklist
• Enter your information into the required fields
• Verify your email and date of birth in the pre-populated fields
• Enter your credit or debit card information
• Click Submit. You will receive an email confirming your payment
• Once the payment is complete, Admissions will generate an email to be sent to you from Quest Diagnostics with a "QPassport" within 1-2 business days. After receiving the Qpassport, click on the link below to schedule your drug screen appointment with Quest Diagnostics.

Scheduling Your Drug Test -

Select find a location and schedule an appointment convenient for you using this link: 

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS LOCATION/APPOINTMENT

• Complete the steps on the Quest portal
  • REASON FOR VISIT
    • Select “Employer Drug and Alcohol” on the first screen
    • Select “Urine - Federally mandated”
  • TESTING LOCATION
    • Enter your zip code
    • Confirm that under “Services” tab it says “Urine - Federally mandated”
    • Confirm or edit the location selected
  • SCHEDULE
    • Select date and time for your drug screen appointment
  • COMPLETE THE FIELDS WITH YOUR INFORMATION
  • REVIEW ALL TABS AND EDIT IF NECESSARY. 
  • SELECT “SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT”
• Report to the lab at your selected time. You will need a Quest "QPassport" document  containing a QR Code from the email generated by Admissions from Quest Diagnostics. Do not arrive at the lab without this; they will be unable to test you.
• Provide the account barcode #11214468, if necessary
• Provide the test code 65304N, if necessary
• Show your valid driver’s license or passport at the testing site
• Sign the Chain of Custody Form. Ensure lab keeps original to send with your specimen and you are only given the copy! 
• Results will automatically be shared with the Office of Admissions.

All incoming students are required to complete the following electronic forms in their Accepted Student Status Portal:

• An Image Release form ​

• ​An acknowledgement of the Massachusetts Maritime Academy drug testing policy

• Passport Information (complete indicating whether or not you have a passport)

• Student Information and Verification for Housing 

• NCAA Title IX Disclosure Form (This form allows for equal opportunity for all incoming students to tryout for varsity athletics.  You will be prompted to upload this document through your enrolling student checklist)

• Emergency Contact Information (click on this form in your status portal and you will be directed to your Student Self Service account to complete the following steps): 

  • Login to Self Service with your Maritime username and password.

  • Click on your username and choose Emergency Information from the drop down menu

  • Edit any existing contacts by clicking on the pencil icon

  • Add new contacts by clicking on the +Add New Contact button

  • When you have determined that the information is current, click the confirm button

You do not need your passport for orientation but you will be asked to upload your passport information to your Self Service portal during your first semester. 

1.) If you do not have a passport or need to renew, please do so ASAP.  For incoming cadets that already have a passport, please check the expiration date! If your passport is going to expire within six months of January 2026, renew your passport. Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Students will be participating in either Sea Term or Experiential Learning trips which include foreign ports/travel.  You will be asked to upload your passport information to your Student Self Service portal within a few months of enrollment into the academy. If you have questions regarding passports or any travel requirements outside of the United States, please email the Capt Paul Cuffe Global Institute: globalinstitute@maritime.edu.

2.) Marine Transportation and Marine Engineering students, as well as any student participating in Sea Term will need a valid passport, as well as a Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC) card.  Additionally, Marine Transportation and Marine Engineering students will need a Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC) to be able to apply for their cadet credential. Don't forget to check off "Merchant Mariner" when asked for your profession! 

Please note, Marine Transportation and Marine Engineering students will apply for their Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) during the first semester of freshman year. Unless a student has already obtained an MMC for job opportunities, we encourage students to wait and allow us to help guide them through this process. The Director of Mariner Credentialing will meet several times with students throughout the semester as they complete the major milestones culminating in the mariner credential. The MMC is NOT a requirement for Sea Term I.

*Routine processing of U.S. passport applications is currently taking 4-6 weeks.  Expedited service is taking 2-3 weeks.  Please begin this process as soon as possible to ensure that you have your passport when you need it.

If you are interested in participating in a varsity intercollegiate sport, the Massachusetts Maritime Academy mandates student-athletes adhere to specific requirements, in accordance with the NCAA.

Click on the following link to view these requirements: www.mmabucs.com/insideAthletics.

Cadet Candidate Handbook

CADET CANDIDATE HANDBOOK knowledge enlightens cadets as to the rules, traditions, regulations, customs, and policies associated with Massachusetts Maritime Academy in particular and maritime-related industries in general. Memorization of CADET CANDIDATE HANDBOOK is required for all underclassmen.

Spring Transfer students are required to attend Spring Orientation near the end of February, prior to start of classes.  Please review the packing list in the Cadet Candidate Welcome Guide for required items.  

Spring Transfer students are also required to complete the new student Orientation with the incoming fall class in mid August. Dates to be announced.

Electronic bills are posted in Self Service under the Student Finance link.  Your statement will show all semester charges as well as any pending financial aid.  Your financial aid will remain as pending until the funds arrive after the end of the add/drop period, when they are applied to your account.  You have the option to pay in full, or to enroll in a monthly payment plan.  Both options can be found under the ‘make a payment’ link.  Bills must be settled prior to the start of the Orientation.

For more information such as billing cycles and adding additional payers to your account: 

Student Financial Services