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, teambuilding activities, and a cruise aboard the T.S. Kennedy. However, your new knowledge, attention to detail, resiliency, and bond with your shipmates will last long after Orientation Graduation.
Orientation Graduation
Friday, September 1ST, 2023
When – 1630
Dear Family and Friends of the Class of 2027,
We welcome you to join us for the 2023 Orientation Graduation Ceremony on Friday, September 1st. The ceremony will begin at 1630, please find a seat in the bleachers and join us in congratulating the Cadet Candidates for completing their first steps to becoming a Cadet at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy.
Family Academic Orientation Information
Date: Friday 02 September, 2022
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Admirals Hall
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