SUNY Maritime College

SUNY Maritime College educates dynamic leaders for the global marine transportation industry, the business of shipping, engineering, energy, facilities management, finance, the armed forces and public service. Students choose from 11 undergraduate majors, including five ABET-accredited engineering programs, and two master's degree programs.

Located 30 minutes from mid-town Manhattan, students participate in 17 varsity athletic teams and more than 40 clubs and organizations, ROTC options and U.S. Coast Guard license programs. The license program prepares students to navigate, power and operate marine vessels.

Across all of the college's programs and activities, the hallmark of a SUNY Maritime education is learning by doing. This distinctive, hands-on approach attracts students who roll up their sleeves to prepare for personal and professional success through their studies, extracurriculars and job preparation.

Maritime College is in the first year of implementing its strategic plan, “Charting a New Course.” The plan emerged over the course of 18 months in consultation with stakeholder groups including alumni, industry executives, faculty, staff and corporate recruiters. The plan contains a robust and dynamic series of goals and actions that will prepare the college, its students and the industries we serve for a rapidly changing world.

First and foremost, Maritime College educates dynamic leaders for the global maritime industry.

Maritime College will be recognized as the leading maritime educational institution.

At Maritime, each academic program emphasizes hands-on experiences that expand on your classroom learning. Every student chooses to complete credit-bearing professional internships or to earn a U.S. Coast Guard license. When you graduate, you’ll be prepared to launch your career.

Our programs and services are designed to compliment what you learn in the classroom to help you achieve your academic goals and earn your degree. SUNY Maritime College prides itself on being a transfer-friendly institution. Our faculty and staff work hard to make the transition from another college to SUNY Maritime as smooth and seamless as possible.

The college assures all transfer students the best possible application of their transfer credits to the degree requirements at Maritime College to facilitate degree completion in a timely manner. SUNY Maritime's programs combine faculty who are industry leaders with top-quality curricula and the real-world experience necessary to jump-start or build on a career. We offer master of science degrees in international transportation management, and maritime and naval studies.

Student Financial Services comprises expert staff from the Offices of Financial Aid and Student Accounts. We are here to give you exceptional customer service and advice about your financial aid options.

Maritime students create and share a rich and lively culture. As important as academics are, building relationships and knowing where to go for help are vital to succeeding in college. The college is home to two distinct student experiences, which come together to create a campus community like no other.

At Maritime, you may choose to be part of the Regiment of Cadets, a disciplined lifestyle program unaffiliated with the military, or part of the civilian program, a traditional student experience. Whichever experience you choose, you will have more than 60 clubs to join, sports to play, spaces to study or hang out, and beautiful spots on campus to explore.

Hands-on experience gives you more in-depth knowledge of your chosen field and an advantage over the competition as your start your career.

Because of that, it is woven into every aspect of a SUNY Maritime College education. Our proximity to mid-town Manhattan and our strong connections with industry and businesses there means you have access to a wide variety of credit-granting internship options. As you gain experience and knowledge there, you will also be meeting influential men and women in the business who will help you find your first job and begin to build your professional network.

The Office of Career Services and your faculty will help you find internships. Career Services hosts two annual career fairs and prospective employers regularly come to campus to meet with interested students. The staff will also help you as you build your resume, write a cover letter, and prepare for interviews.

Outside of the classroom, you may choose to participate in any of the student activities, clubs or sports that Maritime offers. Participate in an existing club or start your own. Student clubs host or help to organize dozens of events every year, from fashion shows to guest speakers, sailing regattas to carnivals. Whatever your interests, you’ll find others to share them with.

The Porthole includes an events calendar and other information to help students at Maritime find their place and build the connections that will help them succeed. Current students can log in with their email credentials to see a wide variety of information, including club rosters, campus policies, events and deadlines.

Get ready to dive into new, exciting experiences at SUNY Maritime. Our learning environment builds inclusive communities through various diversity training programs, events, and creative classroom integration tactics. You’ll stand to meet peers from all different walks of life, engaging in dynamic learning opportunities. Maritime is a warm, welcome place that celebrates diversity, offering representation for all voices.