California State University Maritime Academy Programs & Rankings

How We Rank Programs

Program rankings reflect labor market outcomes rather than academic prestige, explaining why institutions can have different outcomes for different majors. California State University Maritime Academy's focused maritime mission creates specialized programs with direct industry connections, leading to exceptional earning outcomes in technical fields like Mechanical Engineering and Commercial Fishing. Data comes from the federal College Scorecard, which tracks graduates with sufficient sample sizes for reliable earnings reporting. These rankings help students understand how program choice influences long-term career and financial outcomes within the academy's specialized maritime education environment.