Suny maritime college direct support ship sharing payment to support the cadet travel costs for training

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration awarded a $1,326,130.13 Cooperative Agreement to the Research Foundation for the State University of New York (RFSUNY), acting on behalf of the State University Maritime College, on January 9, 2024. The purpose of this award under the State Maritime Schools program (CFDA 20.806) is to provide direct support for cadet travel costs related to training vessel operations. This funding enables the State University Maritime College to educate and train future merchant marine officers, preparing them to enter the maritime industry in roles such as crewing merchant vessels, supporting maritime operations ashore, and being available for national emergencies. The award supports the maritime education and training programs at the State University Maritime College, a key recipient under the State Maritime Schools program.

The purpose is 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.