One of the goals of the International Ship Masters’ Association is to encourage entry into the maritime field and support the continued advancement of mariners within the industry.

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Chicago Lodge 3 offers scholarships which cover the cost of the course up to $500. These scholarships will be awarded to up to three mariners each year who are seeking their first maritime credentials or furthering their education in the maritime community.

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Scholarships may be applied towards the tuition of committee approved courses leading to the issuance or upgrade of a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential, rating, or endorsement.

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This is a ​reimbursement scholarship​, so awardees must be able to show a successful course completion certificate and receipt for payment before receiving funds.

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Application materials must be submitted to an ISMA Lodge #3 Scholarship Committee representative by ​September 30th​ and courses must be completed within one year of the application deadline.

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Applicants may not have already received a scholarship from ISMA Chicago Lodge #3.

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Once you have submitted the below application you will be asked to submit two letters of recommendation addressing the merits of the applicant.

• The first letter should come from a manager or captain at your present job.

• The second letter MUST be from a current member in good standing of Chicago Lodge 3.

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The deadline for applications is September 30th of the present calendar year and courses must be completed within 6 months of that date.