Maine Maritime Academy logo

Maine Maritime Academy

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

Campus Identity

Graduate Programs

Maine Maritime Academy is a small public university in Castine, ME. Approximately 942 students are enrolled. Admissions are moderately selective with a 54% acceptance rate. The nearest beach is about 30 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 19 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 65/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Maine Maritime Academy is a small public university in Castine, ME. Approximately 942 students are enrolled. Admissions are moderately selective with a 54% acceptance rate. The nearest beach is about 30 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 19 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
$11,250
In-State Tuition
+$3,088 fees
$26,170
Out-of-State Tuition
+$3,088 fees
$12,282
Room & Board
21 meals/week
942
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
33%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
N/A
Athletics
Selectivity54% · Moderate
Highly SelectiveOpen

SAT Scores (25th–75th Percentile)

SAT Evidence-Based Reading

565600625

SAT Math

530570635

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Rural setting

Beach Access

30 miles

Bar Harbor, ME

Ski Access

9 miles

New Hermon Mountain

Weather

Cold Climate

37°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

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

Nearest Beach

Bar Harbor, ME

Ocean access within 29.7 miles

30 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Castine, ME

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

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

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$11,250$26,170
Fees
$3,088$3,088
Room & Board
$12,282$12,282
Total
$26,620$41,540
In-StateOut-of-State
App Fee: $50
Meal Plan: 21 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

Calculate Your Net Price

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. 942 students enrolled.

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 2023–24 academic year, Maine Maritime Academy charges $11,250/year for in-state students and $26,170/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($12,282/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $29,258/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — 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), cost ($26,170/year out-of-state), campus culture in Castine, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Maine Maritime Academy against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Maine Maritime Academy directly for the most current information.

Ready to apply?

Start your application at the official website.

Apply NowVisit Official Website

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)

Location

Castine, ME

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.