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United States Naval Academy

Annapolis, MD·Public·www.usna.edu/

Campus Identity

NCAA D1

United States Naval Academy is a mid-size public college in Annapolis, MD. Approximately 4,474 students are enrolled. Admissions are highly selective with a 9% acceptance rate.

At a Glance

United States Naval Academy is a mid-size public college in Annapolis, MD. Approximately 4,474 students are enrolled. Admissions are highly selective with a 9% acceptance rate.

9%
Acceptance Rate
15,149 applications
28
ACT Score (50th %ile)
Range: 25–31
N/A
In-State Tuition
N/A
Out-of-State Tuition
N/A
Room & Board
21 meals/week
4,474
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
84%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
NCAA D1
Athletics
Patriot League
Selectivity9% · Selective
Highly SelectiveOpen

SAT Scores (25th–75th Percentile)

SAT Evidence-Based Reading

610650700

SAT Math

600650710

Campus Lifestyle

Athletics

NCAA D1

Patriot League

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Suburban setting

Beach Access

74 miles

Lewes, DE

Ski Access

72 miles

Liberty Mountain Resort

Weather

Warm Climate

51°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

72 mi away
100 skiable acres8 lifts
82 mi away
103 skiable acres9 lifts
Whitetail Resort

Pennsylvania

94 mi away
120 skiable acres8 lifts

Nearest Beach

Lewes, DE

Ocean access within 73.7 miles

74 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Annapolis, MD

37°Jan38°Feb46°Mar55°Apr65°May75°Jun79°Jul77°Aug71°Sep60°Oct49°Nov41°Dec

Station: ANNAPOLIS UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY ASOS · Source: NOAA NCEI

Cost Breakdown

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

In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 21 meals/week

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

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Fields of Study

28 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

EconomicsBachelor's
148 grads/yr
Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's
113 grads/yr
Operations ResearchBachelor's
76 grads/yr
Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation EngineeringBachelor's
71 grads/yr
English Language and Literature, GeneralBachelor's
68 grads/yr

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

Economics
Bachelor's148 grads
Political Science and Government
Bachelor's113 grads
Operations Research
Bachelor's76 grads
Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering
Bachelor's71 grads
English Language and Literature, General
Bachelor's68 grads
Intelligence, Command Control and Information Operations
Bachelor's52 grads
Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering
Bachelor's50 grads
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's45 grads
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences
Bachelor's44 grads
Computer Science
Bachelor's40 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 United States Naval Academy located?

United States Naval Academy is located in Annapolis, MD. The main campus address is 121 Blake Road, Annapolis, MD. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at United States Naval Academy?

United States Naval Academy has an acceptance rate of 9%, making it extremely selective. Out of 15,149 applicants, 1,405 were admitted in the most recent year. 4,474 students enrolled.

What ACT score do you need for United States Naval Academy?

The middle 50% of enrolled students at United States Naval Academy scored between 25 and 31 on the ACT, with a median of 28. About 44% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.

Does United States Naval Academy have college sports?

Yes — United States Naval Academy competes at the NCAA D1 level in the Patriot League. As a Division I program, they compete at the highest level of college athletics, which often includes scholarships and nationally broadcast games.

Is United States Naval Academy the right fit for me?

Whether United States Naval Academy is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (9% admit rate), cost and financial aid, campus culture in Annapolis, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh United States Naval Academy against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with United States Naval Academy directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Annapolis, MD
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Bachelor's
NCAA
NCAA D1
Conference
Patriot League
School Year Weather
Warm · 51°F avg
Nearest Airport
Fort Meade(Odenton), MD (FME) · 17 mialso BWI (17 mi), ADW (24 mi)

Location

Annapolis, MD

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.