Overview

With online and on-campus courses, the Maritime and Naval Studies program from SUNY Maritime College focuses on maritime and naval history, literature, transportation and environmental policy. A 31-credit degree, it can be completed in three semesters.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of a Master of Science in Maritime Studies and Naval Studies, the graduate will be able to:

Prepare research papers that draw upon both a broad range of primary sources and secondary sources.

Demonstrate skills in hands-on work with documents and texts, including archival work and in the digital humanities.

Analyze the intersection of the humanities and the maritime worlds.

Disseminate findings, discoveries, and conclusions to broader publics, both through traditional scholarly journals and through web platforms.

Programme Structure

To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

Priority Decision Deadline (Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis)

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

31 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Transportation Engineering Marine Science View 119 other Masters in Marine Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application

Essay

The essay should be no more than 2 pages and should reflect your interest in the program you are applying for

Official transcripts from all institutions attended, including at least one from an accredited institution that granted a bachelor's degree

Resume

Decisions are based on academic performance, communication skills, professional accomplishments, and other relevant skills and abilities. Successful applicants generally have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

48096 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24048 USD per semester during 18 months.
National

32552 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16276 USD per semester during 18 months.
In-State

38212 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19106 USD per semester during 18 months.

Spring semester

Local: $17.975.50

National: $5,145.50

International: $23,375.50

Living costs for New York City

1819 - 3968 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Maritime and Naval Studies.

Available Scholarships

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