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Admissions

We’re thrilled that you’re considering graduate studies at the Loeb Sullivan School of International Business and Logistics.

We offer a master’s degree in Maritime Management with the option to specialize in either International Logistics Management or Global Logistics and Vessel Operations.

Our graduate programs are designed to equip students with the skills needed to navigate the complexities of managing global supply chains, covering both strategic and operational aspects.

If you have any questions about our programs or the admissions process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us by phone at 207-326-2620 or via email at graduateprograms@mma.edu.

Applying for Admissions

Are you ready to begin the application process? If you possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, you are eligible to apply for admission to the graduate school. Please submit your online application and supporting materials directly to the Loeb-Sullivan School.

Important Dates

Application DeadlineEntrance
12/20/241/6/25
2/28/253/17/25
5/13/255/27/25
7/28/258/11/25
9/30/2510/14/25

Graduate Admissions Requirements

Loeb-Sullivan School Department of Graduate Studies invites applications from all individuals interested in pursuing challenging new opportunities in international business, maritime management, and supply chain management.

Applicants must possess an accredited baccalaureate degree or equivalent, but a business degree is not a prerequisite.

Applicant selection is based on evidence of academic capability demonstrated by college grade-point average and evidence of motivation for completing the program as demonstrated by the candidate’s statement of intent and letters of recommendation. Essay responses are critical for this writing intensive program.

Admissions Checklist

Are you ready to begin the application process? Please note the application items below that are required to process your application.
☐ APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION

Apply to the Graduate School by submitting an online application. If you would like a written copy for your records, please contact the Graduate Enrollment Specialist at graduateprograms@mma.edu or 207-326-2620. For applications submitted electronically, there is no application fee.

☐ TRANSCRIPTS

Please have an official copy of your transcript sent from each post-secondary institution you have attended directly to Maine Maritime Academy. Transcripts can be sent directly via mail or email or through an online transcript service such as Parchment, Credentials Solutions, or The National Student Clearinghouse.

If you received your undergraduate degree from MMA, no action is required, as we will request your transcript directly from the Registrar’s Office.

☐ TWO (2) LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION

A Letter of Recommendation request, academic or professional, will automatically be emailed to two (2) individuals of your selection when you complete the online application.

☐ RESUME

Please submit a current curriculum vitae or resume with your application.

☐ PERSONAL STATEMENT OF INTEREST

The Personal Statement of Interest should answer the following questions: How will your admission to the Loeb-Sullivan School help you achieve your professional goals? Why do you want to study logistics?

☐ GRE/GMAT

As of January 25, 2021, The Loeb-Sullivan School will no longer require GRE/GMAT test scores for applicants graduating from accredited universities in the U.S. and Canada.

Students who have yet to graduate from accredited universities in the U.S. or Canada are required to submit test results from the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE). The testing agency must send results directly to Maine Maritime Academy, Loeb-Sullivan School Department of Graduate Studies. Our ID# is 3505. No scans or copies will be accepted.

☐ ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT – INTERNATIONAL CANDIDATES ONLY

Proficiency in English is required for graduate study at Maine Maritime Academy. Every applicant whose language of education is not English must demonstrate English proficiency. Applicants may submit results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Examination results should be sent directly to Maine Maritime Academy, Loeb-Sullivan School Department of Graduate Studies by the testing agency. Our institutional code is 3505. No scans or copies will be accepted. As this is a requirement of admission, we do not offer a waiver.

☐ NON-U.S. DIPLOMAS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND TRANSCRIPTS – INTERNATIONAL CANDIDATES ONLY

A four-year baccalaureate degree, or equivalent, is usually the minimum academic certification required for admission. An approved clearinghouse must evaluate all non-U.S. diplomas, certificates, licenses, and transcripts. Clearinghouses verify international transcripts’ authenticity, grade and course equivalency, and transfer credits awarded.

The Loeb-Sullivan School recognizes the following two evaluation service providers:

If questions arise during the application process, please contact us by phone or email: graduateprograms@mma.edu or 207-326-2620. We wish you the best of luck and look forward to receiving your application!

Resources

Loeb-Sullivan School Contact Information

Maine Maritime Academy
Pilot House
1 Pleasant St.
Castine, ME 04420 USA
Graduate Admissions 207-326-2620
Fax: 207-326-2411
Email: graduateprograms@mma.edu

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