Military Schools in Maine
Maine Military Academies
Maine’s only military academy in the state is Maine Maritime Academy, located in Castine. It’s south, central campus location is along Maine’s beautiful coastline. Founded in 1941. The academy stared by offering three-year education programs and has grown to offer 17 undergraduate and graduate majors in engineering, marine transportation, business and science. The college accepts men and women, as well as international students. All students must meet the admission requirements. The Academy is a residential college with plenty of on-campus activities.
Like all military academies, the Maine Maritime Academy instills strong self-discipline and leadership qualities in their students. Some of the Academy’s coursework and degree programs are accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission and the Engineering Accreditation Commission. Some programs also meet international standards and are approved by the United States Cost Guard. Students who attend the academy receive practical training aboard ships and vessels.
The school estimates a 95 percent job placement rate of its students in marine and ocean industries. The also Academy offers continuing education classes for graduates and its extended community of ocean and maritime professionals in the area. Continuing education includes general studies, certification, as well as STCW approved training programs.
Hermon High School JROTC
- Grades
9-12 - Students
500 (approximate) - Faculty
50 (approximate)
Hermon High School in Hermon, Maine is home to an outstanding Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program. The Hermon Hawks are a dedicated group of cadets that maintain a high standard of academic excellence. Students gain self confidence in the junior ROTC program. Students are expected to meet physical fitness goals in addition to academic goals. There are numerous […]
Maine Maritime Academy
- Grades
UGRD - Students
800 (approximate) - Faculty
N/A (approximate)
Maine Maritime Academy is located in Castine, a small seaside town 35 miles south of Bangor. The 35-acre campus is located next to Castine Harbor. The 800 students are taught by 64 full-time faculty, 28 part-time adjunct instructors and 26 part-time staff adjunct instructors. Maine Maritime offers 13 majors. The 92,000-volume Nutting Memorial Library serves as a learning venue and […]
Nokomis High School JROTC
- Grades
9-12 - Students
400 (approximate) - Faculty
50 (approximate)
Nokomis High School in Newport, Maine is home to a very proud Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps unit. Cadets at Nokomis high school build confidence through discipline and hard work. Academic achievement is an important aspect of the junior ROTC program at Nokomis High School. Cadets give back to the community in a variety of ways. Cadets especially like […]
University of Maine ROTC
- Grades
College - Students
12,000 (approximate) - Faculty
700 (approximate)
The University of Maine offers both Army and Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps programs. Students can purse either career field while earning their degrees. There are a variety of different scholarship options available for students on either career path. Students are required to meet minimum physical fitness and academic standards. Leadership and personal accountability are two main components of both […]