General Information    

Under the guidance of the Commandant, the Corps of Cadets cadet leadership plans and executes O-Week to introduce each new member to the Corps’ routines and traditions. Cadets also learn military bearing and customs, basic seamanship, engineering and nautical science skills. O-Week training includes, military formations, marching to class and meals, team-building exercises, hands-on seamanship training, and other training to enable new members to hit the decks running when the entire Corps returns for the semester.

Mandatory Participation in O-Week
Mandatory Participation in O-Week
Participation in O-Week is mandatory for all new Cadets regardless of program affiliation (i.e., License Option, NROTC, SSMP, or Drill & Ceremonies). This includes cadets who are transferring in from another State Maritime Academy, a Senior Military Academy, or Federal Service Academy, or who were discharged from a branch of the military.
Dates for O-week
Dates for O-week
Fall O-Week is 9-15 August 2026.
Spring O-Week is 11-16 January 2027.
Required Cadet Uniform and Backpack Purchases
Required Cadet Uniform and Backpack Purchases
1. Order Uniforms

 

2. Cadet Bookstore Pack
Required Documentation for O-week Check-in
Required Documentation for O-week Check-in
  1. Driver's License or other Government issued identification card
  2. Current medical insurance card, if insured
  3. Completed Assumption of Risk form
  4. Completed Corps of Cadets pre-participation release
  5. Proof of payment of cadet uniforms and backpack

 

License Option cadets are also required to provide the following:
  1. Passport, or proof of application.
    • Must provide the passport within 2 months
  2. TWIC, or proof of application.
    • Must provide the TWIC within 2 months of O-week
  3. Immunization record, or state recognized exemption
  4. Copy of current medical insurance card, if insured
    • Must provide completed CG-719K within 1 month of O-week
    • We will help you submit this to the Coast Guard.
    • If you have questions about this form, contact tamma@tamug.edu
Lifestyle Adjustments for O-week
Lifestyle Adjustments for O-week
O-week can be a big change for some people. To make this change easier, we recommend following these suggestions.
What to Bring & What Not to Bring
What to Bring & What Not to Bring
The following documents can help you when packing for O-week and your first year at Texas A&M Maritime Academy:
  1. Personal Items Required for O-Week
  2. Other Items to Bring when Moving-in
  3. What Not to Bring when Moving-in
Parking Permit Information
Parking Permit Information
Vehicles of all cadets participating in O-Week must have a valid TAMUG parking permit (or at least display their receipt for proof of purchase).
Texas A&M Maritime Academy Hall (TAMMAH) Move-in
Texas A&M Maritime Academy Hall (TAMMAH) Move-in
  • All new cadets residing in TAMMAH will move in during Check-In day.
  • All new cadets with approved Day Cadet Status are responsible for obtaining off-campus housing prior to O-week.
  • For the most up-to-date information visit the Campus Living & Learning webpage
Mandatory Drug Testing
Mandatory Drug Testing
All new Cadets will undergo drug testing during O-Week, regardless of program affiliation (i.e., License Option, NROTC, SSMP, or Drill & Ceremonies). If you are on medication that could generate a positive result (i.e., ADHD medication), please bring your prescription information with you. 
The US Coast Guard has zero tolerance for illegal drug use of CBD products, or the improper use/misuse of prescription drugs. Any Cadet testing positive for drugs or refusing a drug test will be adjudicated pursuant to the Corps Operations Manual.
Howdy Week & SALT Camp
Howdy Week & SALT Camp
Information about Howdy Week & SALT Camp can be found at https://www.tamug.edu/newaggie/newaggie-saltcamp.html
 

O-WEEK FAQ    

Will I get drug tested during O-Week?
Will I get drug tested during O-Week?
All new Cadets will undergo drug testing during O-Week, regardless of program affiliation (i.e., License Option, NROTC, SSMP, or Drill & Ceremonies). If you are on medication that could generate a positive result (i.e., ADHD medication), please bring your prescription information with you. 
The US Coast Guard has zero tolerance for illegal drug use of CBD products, or the improper use/misuse of prescription drugs. Any Cadet testing positive for drugs or refusing a drug test will be adjudicated pursuant to the Corps Operations Manual.
Where do I report for Check-in?
Where do I report for Check-in?
Report between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm.
  • Fall 2026 O-week: Report to Sea Aggie Center (SAGC), Building 3026
  • Spring 2027 O-week: Report to Texas A&M Maritime Academy Hall (TAMMAH), Building 3033
Parents are encouraged to attend a briefing by the Commandant at 3:00pm in the Aggie Special Events Center (ASEC), building 3035.
What is the Culmination Ceremony?
What is the Culmination Ceremony?
Family and friends are invited to attend the O-Week Culmination Ceremony at 10:30 am:
  • Fall 2026: Saturday, 15 August 2026 at the Clock Tower past Buildings 3034 (Academic Complex) and 3035 (Aggie Special Event Center)
  • Spring 2027: Saturday, 16 January 2027 in Building 3035 – Aggie Special Event Center
What are the Day Cadet Status expectations?
What are the Day Cadet Status expectations?
Fall O-Week
  • Day 1: Report for Check-In
  • Days 2-6: 
    • Arrive by 05:45 am to meet with your assigned company in gym uniform
    • Change into Uniforms of the Day
    • Depart when dismissed by company leadership (around at 10:00 pm)
  • Day 7: 
    • Arrive by 05:45 am to meet with your assigned company in gym uniform
    • Change into Uniforms of the Day 
    • Liberty begins at end of Culmination Event
Spring O-Week 
  • Day 1: Report for Check-In
  • Days 2-5: 
    • Arrive by 05:45 am to meet with your assigned company in gym uniform
    • Change into Uniforms of the Day
    • Depart when dismissed by company leadership (around at 10:00 pm)
  • Day 6: 
    • Arrive by 05:45 am to meet with your assigned company in gym uniform
    • Change into Uniforms of the Day 
    • Liberty begins at end of Culmination Event
Can I pick up my cadet uniforms before O-week?
Can I pick up my cadet uniforms before O-week?
Yes, you may pick up your uniforms before O-Week; however, you will want to make sure your uniforms have been delivered (corpsinfo@tamug.edu). 

When it is confirmed that your uniforms have arrived, you may come by during business hours (Monday-Friday, 9:00 am – 3:00pm). 
You will need a photo ID for verification purposes. If someone else is picking up your uniforms on your behalf, they will need your written permission to do so plus your photo ID.