PURPOSE

At its core, OBMG exists to open doors and to ensure they remain open for those who follow.

Through the power of collective investment, OBMG’s scholarships advance access, opportunity, and placement within the maritime industry. To date, more than $400,000 has been awarded to over 360 students of SUNY Maritime College, each one a future leader shaping the next chapter of this global profession.

These scholarships do more than ease financial burden; they affirm belief. They are a signal to students that they are seen, supported, and expected to lead.

ELIGIBILITY

• Must be a full-time student of SUNY Maritime College.

• A cadet whose conduct, professional competency and citizenship has demonstrated potential to develop substantial leadership abilities.

• Show financial need, as described by the New York State & federal regulations for special programs designed to assist economically and academically disadvantaged students.

• The Carl F. Burnett Academic Achievement Scholarship is awarded each year to the applicant who has the highest GPA above 3.0 for the semester preceding the award. Carl F. Burnett, Class of 1950, was the first African American to graduate from SUNY Maritime College.

SCHOLARSHIP DETAILS

Financial Information

The number of scholarships and award amounts vary each year, but students can expect to receive a minimum of $500 per scholarship. Awards of $1000.00 or more must be used toward the Summer Sea Term. The OBMG Executive Board sets the amount available for scholarships each year.

Selection Methodology

Final selection of award recipients is decided by the OBMG Scholarship Committee after considering financial need, academic achievement, and letters of recommendation. Recommendations from the college administration and faculty will be considered. Leadership ability, social consciousness and work ethic also play an important role is the selection process.  

Scholarship Awards

The awards are presented on the last Thursday in February at the Annual Cultural Club Black History Month Dinner hosted by the SUNY Maritime College Cultural Club. The dinner is free to attend. There is always good food, live music as well as motivating guest speakers and inspiring presentations about our Scholarship Honorees.

Application Deadline

Scholarship Applications with all the accompanying documents must be submitted by February 7th. Late, incomplete applications or those not legible will be rejected.