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California State University Maritime Academy

Vallejo, California 94590-8181

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Top graduate earnings — known for business

California State University Maritime Academy is a public institution in Vallejo with particular strength in business and engineering.

A small campus of 761 undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

67% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $94,784 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $17,555.

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99%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
761Students
10:1Student:Faculty
67%Grad Rate
$94,784Earnings 10yr
$17,555Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

California State University Maritime Academy Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate98.7%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

98.7%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$7,672
Tuition (out-of-state)$19,552
Room & Board$13,976
Books & Supplies$1,032
Total Cost of Attendance$27,138
Average Net Price$17,555
Median Debt at Graduation$24,965
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$11,357
$30–48K$12,148
$48–75K$16,648
$75–110K$16,533
$110K+$24,740

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

56.7%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$16,889

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

5

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (9)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

76%

Negative
  • •76% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
761
Gender Split
19% / 81%
Women / Men
First Generation
20%
Pell Grant Recipients
29%

Race & Ethnicity

White 48%
Black 3%
Hispanic 22%
Asian 10%
Two+ 9%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate66.8%
Freshman Retention75.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$84,676
10 Years$94,784

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

SFO San Francisco32 mi
SJC San Jose51 mi
SMF Sacramento55 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2675 mi · ~77h 17m drive
New York, NY2549 mi · ~73h 38m drive
Hartford, CT2602 mi · ~75h 10m drive
Providence, RI2665 mi · ~76h 59m drive
Albany, NY2537 mi · ~73h 17m drive
Syracuse, NY2413 mi · ~69h 43m drive
Rochester, NY2339 mi · ~67h 34m drive
Buffalo, NY2277 mi · ~65h 47m drive
Philadelphia, PA2501 mi · ~72h 15m drive
Pittsburgh, PA2244 mi · ~64h 50m drive
Harrisburg, PA2407 mi · ~69h 32m drive
Newark, NJ2540 mi · ~73h 23m drive
Washington, DC2419 mi · ~69h 53m drive
Baltimore, MD2436 mi · ~70h 22m drive
Atlanta, GA2124 mi · ~61h 22m drive
Charlotte, NC2284 mi · ~65h 59m drive
Raleigh, NC2391 mi · ~69h 4m drive
Miami, FL2583 mi · ~74h 37m drive
Orlando, FL2428 mi · ~70h 9m drive
Tampa, FL2388 mi · ~68h 59m drive
Nashville, TN1946 mi · ~56h 13m drive
New Orleans, LA1915 mi · ~55h 19m drive
Richmond, VA2421 mi · ~69h 56m drive
Chicago, IL1838 mi · ~53h 6m drive
Detroit, MI2070 mi · ~59h 48m drive
Minneapolis, MN1563 mi · ~45h 9m drive
St. Louis, MO1727 mi · ~49h 53m drive
Kansas City, MO1489 mi · ~43h 1m drive
Indianapolis, IN1930 mi · ~55h 45m drive
Columbus, OH2093 mi · ~60h 28m drive
Cleveland, OH2146 mi · ~62h drive
Milwaukee, WI1821 mi · ~52h 36m drive
Dallas, TX1473 mi · ~42h 33m drive
Houston, TX1637 mi · ~47h 17m drive
Austin, TX1495 mi · ~43h 11m drive
San Antonio, TX1483 mi · ~42h 51m drive
Los Angeles, CA356 mi · ~10h 17m drive
San Francisco, CA23 mi · ~40 min drive
San Diego, CA467 mi · ~13h 29m drive
Seattle, WA659 mi · ~19h 2m drive
Portland, OR515 mi · ~14h 53m drive
Denver, CO933 mi · ~26h 57m drive
Phoenix, AZ652 mi · ~18h 50m drive
Salt Lake City, UT582 mi · ~16h 49m drive
Honolulu, HI2411 mi · ~69h 39m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

San Francisco (SFO)32 miles
Rental car
48 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
64 min$38-64
San Jose (SJC)51 miles
Rental car
77 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
102 min$61-102

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