in a structured four-year progression from fourth-class through first-class midshipman rank.
Despite the military-style structure, Maine Maritime Academy is not a military academy and there is no military obligation after graduation. Traditional and regimental students live in the same residence halls, attend the same classes, and are eligible to participate in all campus clubs, activities, and athletics.
=== Cooperative education ===
Maine Maritime Academy maintains comprehensive cooperative education and internship programs that are integral to student education. Students from all engineering majors and the Marine Transportation Operations major are required to complete at least one cooperative work experience, with some majors requiring multiple placements.
=== Sea-going training ===
Students in the Regiment of Midshipmen participate in training cruises aboard the Training Ship State of Maine (TSSOM), while students in the Small Vessel Operations program have the opportunity to sail with the historic schooner …
