Engineering Officer Program
The Great Lakes Maritime Academy prepares students for the challenge of operating commercial ships of any horsepower, steam or diesel, on the Great Lakes and oceans as merchant marine officers. Engineering officers are responsible for the efficient operation and maintenance of engines and support machinery aboard ship. The vessel may be diesel powered with multiple engines or turbine powered operating on high pressure steam, capable of generating thousands of horsepower. The Marine Engineer must understand these systems and keep them operating 24/7. Engineering Officers are also responsible for the ship’s business as associated with all onboard equipment and mechanical aspects of the vessel.
All qualified engineering cadets write the U.S. Coast Guard examination for licensing as a Third Assistant Engineer, Steam and Motor Vessels of any Horsepower. Graduates are fully compliant with STCW International Quality Standards. The curriculum awards a Bachelor of Science degree in Maritime Technology.
For those entering with transferable college credits, an accelerated program is available. Engineering Officer cadets may complete their program in as little as three years.
Cadets in the Engineering Officer Program also complete three sea projects (internships) while completing their academic curriculum.
Articulation Agreements:
- Glen Oaks Community College
- Marine Military Academy
- Muskegon Community College
- New Mexico Military Institute
- Oakland Community College
- Saint Clair County Community College
3 year Engineering Officer Curriculum Guide
4 Year Engineering Officer Curriculum Guide
Engineering Officer Program Requirements
Course Descriptions
Tuition and Fees
|
Residency Status |
Tuition Rate |
|---|---|
|
In-District ( Grand Traverse County residents) Tuition |
$536.00 per credit hour |
|
In-State ( other Michigan counties) Tuition |
$536.00 per credit hour |
|
Out-of-state Tuition |
$536.00 per credit hour |
|
Maritime Program Fee |
$500.00 per semester (excludes Summer Semester) |
|
General Fee for all residencies for Maritime courses |
$24.00 per contact hour |
Cost of Attendance
Costs |
In-District |
In-State |
Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Tuition and Fees |
$14,084 |
$16,086 |
$17,220 |
|
Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment |
$1,250 |
$1,250 |
$1,250 |
|
Living Expenses: On-Campus Housing and Food |
$10,200 |
$10,200 |
$10,200 |
|
Transportation |
$1,000 |
$2,000 |
$3,000 |
|
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$500 |
$500 |
$500 |
|
Federal Student Loan Fees |
$120 |
$120 |
$120 |
|
$27,154 |
$30,156 |
$32,290 |
NOTE: Students enrolled in NMC bachelor degree programs like the Engineering Officer Program may be eligible for the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, which offers up to $27,500 over five years (up to $5,500 per year). All students who fill out the FAFSA are automatically considered for the scholarship.
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