Discipline, Knowledge, Leadership
2027 Info Coming Soon
Orientation at the academy sets the Cadet Candidates off on their journey to become leaders of the highest degree. Throughout orientation, they will be pushed both physically and mentally harder than they ever have before in their entire lives. While the process will be challenging, the memories made during orientation will never leave them, and the bonds formed with their fellow shipmates will be unbreakable.
This year, our all-star team of Cadre are determined to make this the best orientation ever seen at the academy. They are honored to have the chance to develop the future members of the regiment and prepare them for success far beyond their time here at Mass Maritime.
This blog will be updated daily with pictures and updates on our road to transforming the incoming freshmen class. We are so excited to be able to share this with you. Lastly, I encourage you to be proud of our incoming Cadet Candidates. Orientation is no easy task and is not for the everyday individual. Come Orientation Graduation, their newfound confidence, respect, and grit will be unrivaled .
2026 Orientation Blog
- Orientation Day 13 – August 28, 2026Happy Graduation Day!!! The light at the end of the tunnel has arrived, and Cadet Candidates have finally completed their orientation journeys. All of the … Continue reading Orientation Day 13 – August 28, 2026
- Orientation Day 12 – August 27, 2026Cadet Candidates woke up on the TSPS while tied up at the academy. It was a busy morning, full of unloading sea bags and ship … Continue reading Orientation Day 12 – August 27, 2026
- Orientation Day 11 – August 26, 2026Day two aboard the training ship was a day full of fun for everyone! Youngies mustered on the helo-deck at sunrise, while we cruised around … Continue reading Orientation Day 11 – August 26, 2026
- Orientation Day 10 – August 25, 2026Cadet Candidates woke up this morning on board the training ship, ready to depart! We left Buzzards Bay around 0845, and Cadet Candidates manned the … Continue reading Orientation Day 10 – August 25, 2026
- Orientation Day 9 – August 24, 2026Day 9 started off with Round 2 of the PT Assessment. The second time through the assessment allows the Cadet Candidates to see all of … Continue reading Orientation Day 9 – August 24, 2026
Orientation Graduation
Friday August 28, 2026 1100
Dear Family and Friends,
We welcome you to join us for the 2026 Orientation Graduation Ceremony on August 28. The ceremony will begin at 1100, please find a seat in the bleachers and join us in congratulating the Cadet Candidates for completing their first steps to becoming a Cadet at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy.
Family Academic Orientation Information
As parents and home supports for new Massachusetts Maritime Academy students, learn about resources available to your students and how you can best support their academic success. We will present information to help you and your student acclimate to the campus and community.
Date: Friday 28 August 2026
Time: 0800-1015
Location: Admirals Hall