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Maine Maritime Academy

Castine, ME·Public·https://mainemaritime.edu/

At a Glance

Maine Maritime Academy is a small public university in Castine, ME. Approximately 942 undergraduates are enrolled. Admissions are moderately selective with a 54% acceptance rate. Green Lake is about 23 miles from campus. The campus sits in a beach town, just 0 miles from the ocean. Ski resorts are within 9 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 65/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

54%
Acceptance Rate
1,365 applications
23
ACT Score (50th %ile)
Range: 21–26
$15,158
2024-25 Tuition
In-state rate
$23,414
Avg Net Price
What students actually pay
$12,282
Room & Board
21 meals/week
942
Undergraduates
Degree-seeking, all years
33%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
58%
Graduation Rate
Within 150% of normal time
Selectivity54% · Moderate
Highly SelectiveOpen

SAT Scores (25th–75th Percentile)

SAT Evidence-Based Reading

565600625

SAT Math

530570635

Location

Castine, ME

Campus Identity

Beach TownSki TownGraduate Programs

Maine Maritime Academy is a small public university in Castine, ME. Approximately 942 undergraduates are enrolled. Admissions are moderately selective with a 54% acceptance rate. Green Lake is about 23 miles from campus. The campus sits in a beach town, just 0 miles from the ocean. Ski resorts are within 9 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 65/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

Campus Lifestyle

Maine Maritime Academy is a under 1,000, rural school. The campus is 0 miles from MMA Beach, ME and 9 miles from New Hermon Mountain.

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Rural setting

Beach Access

0 miles

MMA Beach, ME

Ski Access

9 miles

New Hermon Mountain

Weather

Cold Climate

37°F avg school-year

Ski Town

Maine Maritime Academy students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is New Hermon Mountain, 9 miles away with 3 lifts and 70 skiable acres. All are within 68 miles of campus.

New Hermon Mountain

Maine

9 mi away
70 skiable acres3 lifts
19 mi away
100 skiable acres3 lifts
Mt. Jefferson

Maine

68 mi away
12 skiable acres3 lifts

Beach Town

Students at Maine Maritime Academy are less than a mile from MMA Beach, ME, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.

MMA Beach, ME

Ocean access within 0.4 miles

0 mi away

Nearby Lake

Green Lake is 23 miles from campus, giving Maine Maritime Academy students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.

Green Lake

Lake access within 22.5 miles

23 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Castine, ME

Castine has a cold climate, with winters averaging 20°F in Jan and summers peaking around 67°F in Jul.

20°Jan22°Feb30°Mar41°Apr52°May61°Jun67°Jul66°Aug59°Sep48°Oct37°Nov27°Dec

Station: BELFAST · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

Maine Maritime Academy in ME earns a composite safety score of 65/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.

65/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety5710034
57/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
34/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

Tuition
$15,158$31,102
Fees
$3,088$3,088
Room & Board
$12,282$12,282
Total
$30,528$46,472
In-StateOut-of-State
App Fee: $50
Meal Plan: 21 meals/week
$23,414avg net price / year

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.

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Fields of Study

20 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Marine TransportationBachelor's
32 grads/yr$103,417
Energy Systems Technologies/TechniciansBachelor's
30 grads/yr
Naval Architecture and Marine EngineeringBachelor's
24 grads/yr$137,352
International BusinessBachelor's
21 grads/yr$77,641
Systems EngineeringBachelor's
7 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
Bachelor's24 grads$137,352
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's$123,155
Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
Bachelor's$112,246
Marine Transportation
Bachelor's32 grads$103,417
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
Master's grads$102,425
International Business
Bachelor's21 grads$77,641
Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians
Bachelor's30 grads
Systems Engineering
Bachelor's7 grads
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology
Bachelor's7 grads
International Business
Master's6 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Maine Maritime Academy located?

Maine Maritime Academy is located in Castine, ME. The main campus address is 1 Pleasant Street, Castine, ME. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Maine Maritime Academy?

Maine Maritime Academy has an acceptance rate of 54%, making it moderately selective. Out of 1,365 applicants, 739 were admitted in the most recent year.

How many students attend Maine Maritime Academy?

Maine Maritime Academy enrolls 942 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What ACT score do you need for Maine Maritime Academy?

The middle 50% of enrolled students at Maine Maritime Academy scored between 21 and 26 on the ACT, with a median of 23. About 7% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.

How much does it cost to attend Maine Maritime Academy?

For the 2024-25 academic year, Maine Maritime Academy charges $15,158/year for in-state students and $31,102/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($12,282/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $29,258/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,414/year — what students actually pay. Use Maine Maritime Academy's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the application fee for Maine Maritime Academy?

The undergraduate application fee at Maine Maritime Academy is $50. Check the admissions website for fee waiver eligibility.

Is Maine Maritime Academy the right fit for me?

Whether Maine Maritime Academy is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (54% admit rate), avg net price ($23,414/year after aid), campus culture in Castine, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Maine Maritime Academy against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Maine Maritime Academy directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Castine, ME
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's
School Year Weather
Cold · 37°F avg
App Fee
$50
On Campus Safety Score
65/100
Nearest Airport
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB) · 22 mialso RKD (27 mi), BGR (29 mi)
Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.