Then they will go to sea for the first and second trimesters of their second class year, return for the third trimester and remain here until graduation. Elective Courses Elective courses are a means by which midshipmen may enhance their professional training and satisfy their intellectual curiosity. The number of elective courses varies by major. Dual License majors, because of their demanding academic schedule, are not required to take electives. However, all midshipmen are encouraged to take additional elective courses when academically possible.
Some programs offer sufficient electives to allow for a formal concentration of study, or minors.
Pass the required resident and sea project courses. Earn the number of semester credit hours required by the curriculum in which you are enrolled. Exemptions from courses completed at other accredited institutions or waived due to physical disability may lower the number of credits required for some students. Earn a Cumulative Grade Point Average of at least 2.000 for all courses specifically required in your major. Pass all required license competencies.