Campus Vibe
Top graduate earnings — known for engineering
Massachusetts Maritime Academy is a public institution in Buzzards Bay with particular strength in engineering and business.
A small campus of 1.3K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
79% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $82,392 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $26,661.
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News & Alerts
Massachusetts Maritime Academy Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Action
November 1
Regular Decision
Rolling
Financial Aid
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
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
20.7%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$20,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
9
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Academics
Programs (14)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
79%
- •79% 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
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
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Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History The university was initially established on June 11, 1891 as the Massachusetts Nautical Training School, the result of an act passed by the state legislature.
- •The first class of cadets passed through the school, which was initially located in Boston, in April 1893.
- •In 1913, the school's name changed for the first time, becoming the Massachusetts Nautical School.
- •By 1942, all state maritime academies became the responsibility of the federal government.
- •At the time of this relinquishment of state control, the school was relocated from Boston to Hyannis, where it was subsequently renamed as the Massachusetts Maritime Academy.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
Climate (School Year)
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Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Visit Planning
Suggested Itinerary
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Airport Transit
Nearby Attractions
Cape Cod Canalwalkable
Engineering marvel with scenic walking and biking paths
Bourne Bridgewalkable
Iconic gateway to Cape Cod with beautiful water views
Cape Cod beaches
Beautiful beaches along Cape Cod Bay and Buzzards Bay
Plymouth
Historic town with Plymouth Rock and Mayflower II replica
Woods Hole
Marine science hub with aquarium and ferries to Martha's Vineyard
Transfer Admission
International Students
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