Orientation
Immersion of Regimental and Maritime Activities
The Academy’s indoctrination program, known as “Orientation,” will be the most rewarding experience of your life. Designed to quickly transition you to a regimented lifestyle, this two-week program builds teamwork, camaraderie, self-discipline, and time-management skills while immersing you in a culture of maritime customs and traditions.
Cadet leaders, known as “cadre,” will challenge you mentally and physically to prepare you to succeed at the Academy. Orientation will be the most demanding experience you have at Massachusetts Maritime Academy including physical training, hands-on instruction and teambuilding activities but you will be supported as well. However, your new knowledge, attention to detail, resiliency, and bond with your shipmates will last long after Orientation Graduation.
For Questions
Admissions
admissions@maritime.edu
Financial Aid
finaid@maritime.edu
Health Services
nurse@maritime.edu
IT Services
servicedesk@maritime.edu
Student Accounts
student_accounts@maritime.edu
Academic Accessibility Services
adacompliance@maritime.edu
Academic Resource Center
academic_resources@maritime.edu
Important Dates
Orientation Check-In Day:
Sunday 18 August 0900
Orientation Graduation:
Wednesday 28 August 1600
Family Academic Orientation:
Wednesday 28 August 1200-1415
Marching Competition:
Wednesday 28 August 1430
Classes Commence:
Wednesday 4 September
Freshman (4/C) Recognition Ceremony
Sunday 29 September 0900
All cadets will participate in the following sessions
- Basic firefighting
- Watchkeeping
- Water survival
- Sailing/rowing
Our cadet leaders will teach you the Academy’s
- History, customs and traditions
- Honor code
- Drill & Ceremony
- Discipline program
- Regimental Manual