Massachusetts Maritime Academy
Massachusetts Maritime Academy is a four-years, public school located in Buzzards Bay, MA. Massachusetts Maritime Academy is a State-supported maritime college and university. It is classified as Master's College and University (smaller programs) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Master's degree.
The Massachusetts Maritime Academy's 2023 tuition & fees is $10,634 for Massachusetts residents and $24,522 for out-of-state students. 43% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $16,173.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,538 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).
Massachusetts Maritime Academy ranked 21st in Massachusetts Colleges rankings. Massachusetts Maritime Academy is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.
2023 Tuition & Fees and 2024 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2023 tuition & fees of Massachusetts Maritime Academy is $10,634 for in-state students and $24,522 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2023 tuition & fees is $19,984 for in-state students and $19,984 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2024 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,753 for Massachusetts residents and $23,953 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $19,984 for Massachusetts residents and $19,984 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,634 | $24,522 |
| Graduate | $19,984 | $19,984 |
Data source: NCES(National Center for Education Statistics
Updated with 2022-2023 tuition (Last update: Feb. 27, 2023)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,753 | $23,953 |
| Graduate | $19,984 | $19,984 |
The estimation for 2023-2024 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at Massachusetts Maritime Academy is 90.08% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 33.02%. The average graduation rate is 78%. Total 1,538 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $96,000. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering program shows the highest salary with $86,900 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 90.08% Acceptance Rate / 33.02% Yield |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate » | 78% |
| Retention Rate | 82%(full-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 7.69% (13 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 1,538 (1,440 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $16,173 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $96,000 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $43,000 - $86,900 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Massachusetts Maritime Academy offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers the study abroad opportunity which is an arrangement by which a student completes part of the college program studying in another country. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | No |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
Massachusetts Maritime Academy provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | No |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of Massachusetts Maritime Academy. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 1,595. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $5,374.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 1,595 |
Directory Information
| Address | 101 Academy Dr, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532-1803 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 508-830-5000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (smaller programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
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