Merchant Marine Academy (U.S. Merchant Marine Academy)

The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy is a federal service academy that trains future officers for the U.S. Merchant Marine, Navy, and transportation industries. Located in Kings Point, New York, it offers a rigorous education blending engineering, navigation, and leadership skills. Graduates earn a Bachelor of Science degree and are commissioned as officers in the U.S. armed forces or merchant marine, often serving both in peace and wartime. The academy emphasizes seamanship, technical expertise, and duty to national service, preparing students to operate ships that transport goods and support military efforts worldwide.