U.S. Merchant Marine Academy

 

The USMMA is a Federal Service Academy and an accredited institution of higher education to provide instruction to individuals to prepare them for service in the Merchant Marine of the Unites States. USMMA provides undergraduate educational programs leading to a Bachelor of Science degree and a U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Merchant Mariner Credential with an officer endorsement.

General information about this opportunity
Last Known Status
Active
Program Number
20.807
Federal Agency/Office
Maritime Administration, Department of Transportation
Type(s) of Assistance Offered
M - Training
Program Accomplishments
Fiscal Year 2016 In FY 2106, USMMA graduated 229 new licensed merchant marine officer. USMMA welcomed 278 new Midshipman for the Class of 2020. To date, progress is being achieved on these infrastructure improvements. Phases 1 and 2 of the water main replacement project are complete. The final phase, Phase 3B, will be completed in April 2016. The installation of the new 8-inch water main was completed in August 2012 and upgrade of the existing water vault was completed in January 2013. Phase 3 upgrades the water distribution system throughout the campus and is scheduled for completion in April 2016. For the Sewer Pump Replacement Project, upgrades to the Elmridge Road Sewage Lift Station included one new lift pump and renovation of a second lift pump, addition of an emergency generator, and installation of modern electrical equipment. Additionally, the survey phase of the electric grid upgrade project was completed in February 2013. Four projects were completed in the past year including the Zero Deck design, sewer pump replacement, renovation of the museum restrooms and completion of the barracks and facilities safety issues. In FY 2106, USMMA graduated 229 new licensed merchant marine officer. USMMA welcomed 278 new Midshipman for the Class of 2020. To date, progress is being achieved on these infrastructure improvements. Phases 1 and 2 of the water main replacement project are complete. The final phase, Phase 3B, will be completed in April 2016. The installation of the new 8-inch water main was completed in August 2012 and upgrade of the existing water vault was completed in January 2013. Phase 3 upgrades the water distribution system throughout the campus and is scheduled for completion in April 2016. For the Sewer Pump Replacement Project, upgrades to the Elmridge Road Sewage Lift Station included one new lift pump and renovation of a second lift pump, addition of an emergency generator, and installation of modern electrical equipment. Additionally, the survey phase of the electric grid upgrade project was completed in February 2013. Four projects were completed in the past year including the Zero Deck design, sewer pump replacement, renovation of the museum restrooms and completion of the barracks and facilities safety issues.
Fiscal Year 2017 Past Fiscal Year: 2017 Projection: In 2017, the incoming Class of 2021 totaled 279 candidates. Current Fiscal Year: 2018 In 2018, the incoming Class of 2022 totaled 280 candidates. Budget Fiscal Year: 2019 Anticipate 280 candidates to arrive for the Class of 2023.
Fiscal Year 2019 During Academic year 2018-2019, 1009 Midshipman were enrolled and 200 Midshipman graduated.
Fiscal Year 2020 During Academic year 2019-2020, 1034 Midshipman were enrolled and 210 Midshipman graduated.
Fiscal Year 2022 The Class of 2026 reported to the Academy. The total incoming class was 255.
Fiscal Year 2023 The Class of 2027 reported to the Academy. The total incoming class was 269.
Authorization
Maritime Education and Training Act, Public Law 46-51301-51316 U.S.C.
Who is eligible to apply/benefit from this assistance?
Applicant Eligibility
High school graduates who are U.S. citizens and international students in accordance with legislation.
Beneficiary Eligibility
High school graduates who are U.S. citizens and eligible international students.
Credentials/Documentation
Midshipman are nominated by members of Congress and competitively selected for admittance to the Academy.
What is the process for applying and being award this assistance?
Pre-Application Procedure
Preapplication coordination is required. U.S. citizens desiring appointment to the school apply to Senate or House of Representative members or Maritime Administrator for nomination.
Application Procedure
2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards applies to this program. Nominating officials submit nominations to school's Office of Admission. Selection is competitive and merit-based.
Award Procedure
In addition to a congressional nomination, candidates must have satisfactorily completed their high school education at an accredited secondary school or its equivalent. They must have earned at least 15 units of credit: Three units in English Three units in mathematics (from algebra, geometry and trigonometry); One unit in physics or chemistry with a laboratory. Admittance is competitive and merit based.
Deadlines
June 1, 2018 to February 1, 2019 Application August 1, 2018 to January 31, 2019 Nominations Nominations must be submitted by January 31 of the year preceding that in which admission is desired. Applications must be submitted by March 1 of the year in which admission is desired. Contact the headquarters or regional location, as appropriate for application deadlines
Approval/Disapproval Decision Time
Not applicable.
Appeals
Not applicable.
Renewals
Not applicable.
How are proposals selected?
Not applicable.
How may assistance be used?
This program is a federally operated maritime academy providing education, training, subsistence, books, quarters, uniforms, medical care, and program travel to its U.S. citizen students. Appropriations are restricted to the above and the operation and maintenance of the school. International students may attend, at the expense of their sponsoring nation.
What are the requirements after being awarded this opportunity?
Reporting
Not applicable.
Auditing
Annual financial statement audit is conducted currently by KPMG. The audit scope includes Department of Transportation, and the Maritime Administration.
Records
Not applicable.
Other Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
Statutory formula is not applicable to this assistance listing.

Matching requirements are not applicable to this assistance listing.

MOE requirements are not applicable to this assistance listing.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
The USMMA curriculum provides a four year Maritime focused education that leads to a Bachelor of Science degree.
Who do I contact about this opportunity?
Regional or Local Office
Director of Admissions U.S. Merchant Marine Academy 300 Steamboat Road, Admissions Center Kings Point, New York 11024-1699 USMMA Admissions Office and Field Representatives listed in the Catalog
Headquarters Office
Michael Bedryk
300 Steamboat Road
Kings Point, NY 11024 US
michael.bedryk@usmma.edu
Phone: 516-726-5641
Website Address
http://www.dot.gov
Financial Information
Account Identification
69-1750-0-1-403
Obligations
(Training) FY 22$85,944,000.00; FY 23 est $87,848,000.00; FY 24 est $103,500,000.00; FY 21$85,943,996.00; FY 19$88,593,000.00; FY 20 est $85,441,000.00; FY 18$28,000.00; FY 17$140,000.00; FY 16$140,000.00; -
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
All the funds appropriated to the USMMA are available in the fiscal year enacted.
Regulations, Guidelines and Literature
46 CFR 310 Subpart C; Standard college catalogs and brochures.
Examples of Funded Projects
Fiscal Year 2016 Capital Asset Management Program (CAMP): $18.1 million; Academic Departments: $4 million; Day-to-day operations of the Midshipmen (including food and health services, textbooks and uniforms): $11.9 million; Operations and administrative support: $13.6 million; Faculty and staff compensation: $35.1 million Capital Asset Management Program (CAMP): $18.1 million; Academic Departments: $4 million; Day-to-day operations of the Midshipmen (including food and health services, textbooks and uniforms): $11.9 million; Operations and administrative support: $13.6 million; Faculty and staff compensation: $35.1 million
Fiscal Year 2019 During Academic year 2018-2019, twenty-four applicants were selected for sponsorship. For the Academic year 2019-2020, nineteen applicants were selected for sponsorship.
Fiscal Year 2022 USMMA provides undergraduate educational programs for men and women (Midshipmen) to become shipboard officers and leaders in the maritime transportation field.
Fiscal Year 2023 Provided undergraduate and graduate educational programs for students to become shipboard officers and leaders in the maritime industry.

 


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