Massachusetts Maritime Academy
Former name | Massachusetts Nautical Training School (1891–1913) Massachusetts Nautical School (1913–1942) |
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| Motto | Discipline, Knowledge, Leadership |
| Type | Public university |
| Established | June 11, 1891 |
| Accreditation | NECHE |
| Endowment | $13,051,554 (2014) |
| President | Francis X. McDonald |
| Students | 1,637 students (2020–21) |
| Undergraduates | 1,538 cadets (2020–21) |
| Postgraduates | 99 students (2020–21) |
| Location | , , United States |
| Campus | 54 acres (22 ha) |
| Colors | Blue Gold |
| Nickname | Buccaneers |
Sporting affiliations | |
| Website | maritime.edu |
Massachusetts Maritime Academy (Mass Maritime, MMA) is a public university in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts, focused on maritime-related fields. It was established in 1891 and is the second oldest state maritime academy in the United States. Originally established to graduate deck and engineering officers for the U.S. Merchant Marine, the academy has since expanded its curriculum. Though not required, some graduates go on to serve in active and reserve components of the U.S. Armed Forces.