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State Maritime Schools
Federal · MARITIME ADMINISTRATION · #20.806
To educate and train future merchant marine officers at the State Maritime Academies (SMA). The education and training of these students prepares them to graduate and enter the maritime industry in numerous capacities, including crewing merchant vessels, maritime opportunities ashore and also to be available during national emergencies or contingencies.
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To educate and train future merchant marine officers at the State Maritime Academies (SMA). The education and training of these students prepares them to graduate and enter the maritime industry in numerous capacities, including crewing merchant vessels, maritime opportunities ashore and also to be available during national emergencies or contingencies.
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Source: SAM.gov Assistance Listings ↗ · 2026
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