Service with a Heart.
Empowering futures through quality education, cultivating discipline, integrity and excellence.
From a 2018 charter to a recognized maritime school
- April 2018
Merchant Marine Academy of Caraga, Inc. is incorporated, with financial and technical support from partner CREST Maritime Inc.
- December 2018
DepEd Caraga grants the permit to offer Senior High School.
- June 2019
Senior High School classes open.
- 2019
TESDA and CHED/MARINA approve programs, including BS Marine Transportation and BS Marine Engineering.
- 2020
ISO 9001:2015 certification by DNV-GL, renewed in 2023 by SOCOTEC.
- 2022 to 2023
CHED approves additional programs, and MMACI is recognized among 82 maritime schools nationwide.
Mission, vision and core values
Vision
MMACI, as a leading 21st-century institution, envisions producing globally competitive individuals founded with excellence in instruction, research and extension.
Mission
To build critical thinking, communication and ICT skills, develop a culture of research, and foster a service-oriented community.
Leadership
Excellence
Hands-on, minds-on and hearts-on.
Service
Service with a Heart.
Your career at sea and ashore starts here.
Apply online for College or Senior High School, or talk to our admissions team about the right program for you.