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Step 1: Register for New Student Conference

Register for and attend New Student Conference or Graduate Student Orientation.

Incoming cadets register for classes at New Student Conference or with their academic advisor.

• All cadets must register for ZOPT 100 Corps Activity.
• NROTC/SSMP cadets must register for ZOPT 200 NROTC
• License Option cadets must register for ZOPT 300 Deck or Engine depending on their license program.

Information about the New Student Conference can be found on the New Student Conference page.

Step 2: Apply for Cadet Housing

All cadets must submit an online housing application and reside on campus for Orientation Week.

More information about housing can be found at https://www.tamug.edu/cll/

Step 3: Prepare for Cadet Orientation Week (O-Week)

O-Week

Prior to the beginning of their first semester, all new Cadets entering TAMMA, regardless of program, attend Orientation Week (O-Week).

Visit the O-Week page for more information and details.

Step 4: Apply for a TWIC

The Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) is required for Cadets in a License Option program. To apply for a TWIC, visit the Transportation Security Administration's website and follow the instructions listed under the "Apply" Section.

Drill and Ceremonies Cadets and NROTC Midshipmen not participating in the Strategic Sealift Midshipmen Program are not required to obtain a TWIC.

This document is required for all License Option Cadets within 2 months following Orientation Week check-in.

Step 5: Apply for a Passport

If you don't already have one, please apply for a U.S. Passport.

International students should contact International Student & Scholar Services regarding the appropriate visa.

Additional questions should be directed to tamma@tamug.edu

This document is required for all License Option Cadets within 2 months following Orientation Week check-in.

Step 6: Information regarding the USCG Medical Certificate and NROTC/SSMP DoDMERB

License Option cadets must submit the Application for Medical Certificate to the maritime academy licensing office within 1 month following Orientation Week check-in.

Cadets participating in NROTC/SSMP will receive instructions for a DoDMERB physical from the NROTC staff.

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The following vaccinations are required for License Option cadets prior to sailing.

• Dip-tetanus1
• Polio
• MMR
• Hep-A (2 series)
• Hep-B (3 series)
• Varicella
• Meningitis
• TB skin test

• Tetanus vaccine should be within the last 10 years
• TB skin test within the last year

State-recognized exemptions are permitted.