Where is the United States Merchant Marine Academy located?

I've heard a bit about the United States Merchant Marine Academy and am curious about its location. Can anyone tell me where it's actually situated and what the surrounding area is like? Is it in a city or more rural?

The United States Merchant Marine Academy is located in Kings Point, New York, which is part of the town of North Hempstead on Long Island. It’s just under an hour's drive northeast of Manhattan, if traffic is light, which offers plenty of cultural and recreational activities.

The campus itself is situated right on the water, overlooking Long Island Sound, which provides a picturesque setting ideal for a maritime academy. The immediate surrounding area is suburban with nearby towns offering a variety of local shopping, dining, and entertainment options.

The academy itself is a fairly small and close-knit community, but its proximity to New York City means students have access to a broad range of social, cultural, and professional opportunities in the city. Despite being a stone's throw from such a bustling metropolis, the campus and its immediate surroundings have a unique charm with a quieter environment conducive to studying. So, it's kind of a best of both worlds situation: you get a tranquil and scenic campus, but also the opportunities and thrills of one of the world's biggest cities within reach.