C+
Above Average
Score: 59/100

Massachusetts Maritime Academy

4-Year Public
📍 Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts 02532
🌐 https://www.maritime.edu/
Outcomes
A
83/100
Affordability
D
36/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
A+
90/100
Prestige
D
34/100

Quick Stats

1,362
Total Enrollment
79%
Graduation Rate
79%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
95%
Acceptance Rate
$20,759
Avg Net Price
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The Massachusetts Maritime Academy Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $654,196
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,000/mo — vs ~$968/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 02538 (3.8% cap, Wareham)

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🏆 Where Massachusetts Maritime Academy Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#5
Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer
of 7 schools
#6
Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
of 6 schools
#6
Applied Engineering
of 7 schools
#7
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other
of 15 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,054 $15,148
Room $8,714
Board $5,812
Total Cost (On-Campus) $31,367 $44,461

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
17%
Receive Pell Grants
91%
Take Out Loans
$20,759
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,269
$30,001 - $48,000$9,843
$48,001 - $75,000$13,919
$75,001 - $110,000$23,991
$110,001+$33,261

Student Demographics

1,362
Total Students
15%
Women
97%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 79%
Hispanic 5%
Black 1%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 100%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 88%
Hybrid (Some Online) 5%
Fully Online 7%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 97%
25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Massachusetts Maritime Academy?
Massachusetts Maritime Academy has an acceptance rate of 95%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Massachusetts Maritime Academy?
Tuition at Massachusetts Maritime Academy is $2,054 for in-state students and $15,148 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $20,759.
What is the graduation rate at Massachusetts Maritime Academy?
The graduation rate at Massachusetts Maritime Academy is 79%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Massachusetts Maritime Academy a good school?
Massachusetts Maritime Academy has a Repit College Score of 59/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Massachusetts Maritime Academy?
Massachusetts Maritime Academy has a total enrollment of 1,362 students. Most students (97%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology