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Public, 4-Year
Buzzards Bay, MA

Massachusetts Maritime Academy

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$10,816

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

94.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

79.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$82,392

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Massachusetts Maritime Academy is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Buzzards Bay, MA. With a competitive tuition profile of $10,816, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 79.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$43,264

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$52,392

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$480,656

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$1,004,576

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Massachusetts Maritime Academy is $25,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
14.4%
85.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
79.9%
Unknown
6.9%
Hispanic
5.5%
Two or more
3.0%
International
1.6%
Black
1.3%
Asian
0.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.8%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$10,816

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$5,269
$30k - $48k$9,843
$48k - $75k$13,919
$75k+$23,991

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,000
Pell Grant Recipients17.0%
Using Federal Loans79.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment84.7%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

78.9%

Success

79.2%

In-State Cost

$10,816

Age 25+ Students

2.8%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

87 students

Local City Insights

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