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The Texas Maritime Academy
 

Description  The Texas Maritime Academy is a part of Texas A&M University at Galveston, an ocean oriented branch campus of Texas A&M University offering science, business, engineering, transportation and liberal arts degrees. 1,800 students, average class size 24, Student to faculty ratio: 14:1.

Academic Programs  Cadets seeking the Texas Maritime Academy U.S. Merchant Marine officer licensing may choose to major in Marine Transportation, Marine Engineering, Marine Biology License Option or Marine Sciences License Option. Navy ROTC Midshipmen may choose any major offered at Texas A&M University at Galveston.

Military Obligation  Most Texas Maritime Academy Cadets compete to join the U.S. Navy/Merchant Marine Reserve program which provides financial benefits, but it is not mandatory. Naval ROTC Midshipmen accept scholarships and enter a contractual agreement to serve in the U.S. Navy upon graduation. Spirit Cadets participate in the Corps without entering into any obligation.

Facilities  Training ship, bridge simulation facility, radar training facility, shoreside maritime safety training facilities. Buildings include a student center, five residence halls, library, classroom buildings, a physical education facility, and other recreational facilities.

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