Northwestern michigan college student incentive payments

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) awarded a $131,100 Cooperative Agreement to Northwestern Michigan College on October 1, 2023 under the State Maritime Schools (CFDA 20.806) program. This funding supports the college's maritime academy to educate and train future merchant marine officers. The program prepares students to graduate and enter the maritime industry in roles such as crewing merchant vessels, pursuing maritime opportunities ashore, and being available during national emergencies or contingencies. The Cooperative Agreement provides student incentive payments and direct support for the college's maritime training vessel to sustain these vital workforce development efforts for America's maritime sector.

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. "