What are the courses offered?

• Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation – Deck Officer
• Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering – Engine Officer

What are the accredited schools I will go to?

• University of Cebu Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue (UCLM)
• John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation-Bacolod (JBLCF- Bacolod)
• DMMA College of Southern Philippines (DCSP)
• Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA)

What are the entry requirements?

• 17-23 years old on or before 30 April
• Graduates of Senior High School (K-12)
• Existing college students and tertiary level graduates
• Physically and Mentally fit
• Natural Born Filipino Citizen
• Single
• No derogatory records or was convicted/accused of any crime of moral turpitude

How to qualify for the NSA Maritime Scholarship?

• Pass the Written Exam

A whole day exam that covers Math, Science, English and Inductive Reasoning

• Pass the Computer-Based Exam

A half-day exam that covers IQ Test and Psychological Profiling

• Pass the Oral Interview
• Pass the Medical Examination

Is there an exam fee?

• NO, the exam is FREE!

Will I pay for the medical exam?

• Yes, you will pay this to our NSA accredited hospital/clinic.

^{Can I just proceed to your office to take the exam?}

• No, you must fill-up the application form online (Link to Cadet Application Form)
• Download the application form and mail it to us (NTC-Manila, 6th Floor Five E-com Center Building Pacific Drive Ext., Mall of Asia Complex Pasay City, 1300 Philippines). Then wait for our text/call for the schedule of your exam.

^{When will I be scheduled for the test?}

• Exam schedule is on a first apply, first exam basis.  You just have to wait for our advice.

What are the materials to bring during the written test?

• Pencil (Mongol pencil #2 only)
• Eraser
• Ruler
• Sharpener
• Snacks and lunch

How will I know if I passed?

• Passers of the written exam, computer based-exam, oral interview and medical examination will be notified thru text/call. Passers of the written exam and computer-based exam will be posted also on our Facebook account (www.facebook.com/norwegiantrainingcentermanila).
• If you did not receive any text/call, you may follow up thru our landline (02) 779-6830 loc. 134.

How long will I wait for the results?

• 1 to 2 weeks

What are the requirements the applicants should prepare?

• 1 pc 2×2 picture with white background
• Photocopy of Birth certificate (NSO-certified)
• Photocopy of recent grades (this may be partial)
• Photocopy of Transcript of Records or class card (if with college background)

Note:  These will be submitted once you passed the written and computer test and you have been qualified for the interview.

Is there a height requirement?

• No, there is none.  However, there are companies who have specific height requests.

What does the scholarship cover?

• Tuition fee for 1st year and 2nd year
• Dormitory fee for 1st year and 2nd year
• Food for 1st year and 2nd year
• Upgrading Trainings/Courses
• Board international vessels during your apprenticeship (OJT) with allowance, through your sponsoring company
• 10 Days Structured Shipboard Familiarization

Is there anything that I will shoulder once I pass?

• Uniform
• Toiletries and other personal needs
• Your 4th year expenses (tuition fee, dorm and food). You will use your apprenticeship allowance for this.

Can I take the exam again if I failed?

• Yes, you may apply again for the next school year.

If still have queries, what number should I call?

• (02) 779-6830 loc. 134. Questions and calls will not be entertained via mobile number.