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SUNY Maritime College

Throggs Neck, New York 10465-4198

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Top graduate earnings — known for engineering

SUNY Maritime College is a public institution in Throggs Neck with particular strength in engineering and business. With an average SAT of 1199, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.2K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

75% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $95,951 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,781.

Established
1874
Motto
Loyalty, Valor
Mascot
Privateer Pete
Type
Public maritime college
Division
Division III

Plan Your Visit

79%Acceptance
1199SAT Avg
1,242Students
14:1Student:Faculty
75%Grad Rate
$95,951Earnings 10yr
$21,781Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

SUNY Maritime College 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 Rate78.5%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1199

Reading & WritingMid: 594
545640
MathMid: 600
546645

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 26
2226

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

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

78.5%

Trend

SAT Avg

1199

Yield Rate

35.0%

Financial Aid

Pell Grant eligible
21%
First-generation
21%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$8,540
Tuition (out-of-state)$18,450
Room & Board$16,146
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$28,880
Average Net Price$21,781
Median Debt at Graduation$23,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$246

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$14,478
$30–48K$15,378
$48–75K$22,225
$75–110K$21,922
$110K+$26,193

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

59.3%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,875

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

8

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

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

Academics

Student-faculty ratio
14:1

Programs (16)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

80%

Negative
  • 80% 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
1,242
Gender Split
12% / 88%
Women / Men
First Generation
21%
Pell Grant Recipients
21%

Race & Ethnicity

White 65%
Black 6%
Hispanic 16%
Asian 4%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate74.9%
Freshman Retention79.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$83,439
10 Years$95,951

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

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • This was done in 1873, but the school lacked a ship.
  • Mary's arrived in New York harbor and became the first home of the New York Nautical School, the college's initial name.
  • SUNY Maritime College from the shore By 1907, the St.

Source: Wikipedia

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

LGA New York LaGuardia5 mi
JFK New York JFK11 mi
EWR Newark Liberty21 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA178 mi · ~5h 9m drive
New York, NY13 mi · ~23 min drive
Hartford, CT88 mi · ~2h 33m drive
Providence, RI142 mi · ~4h 6m drive
Albany, NY128 mi · ~3h 42m drive
Syracuse, NY196 mi · ~5h 40m drive
Rochester, NY254 mi · ~7h 20m drive
Buffalo, NY298 mi · ~8h 37m drive
Philadelphia, PA93 mi · ~2h 41m drive
Pittsburgh, PA326 mi · ~9h 25m drive
Harrisburg, PA166 mi · ~4h 48m drive
Newark, NJ20 mi · ~35 min drive
Trenton, NJ64 mi · ~1h 51m drive
Southern (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

New York LaGuardia (LGA)5 miles
Rental car
8 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
10 min$6-10
New York JFK (JFK)11 miles
Rental car
17 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
22 min$13-22

Deadline Calendar

SUNY Maritime College Application Checklist

Decision Notifications

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