Outcomes-based program rankings.
Program outcomes at Maine Maritime Academy vary by specialization within the institution's focused maritime mission. The academy offers three specialized programs, each achieving top national rankings and strong graduate earnings that reflect high demand for trained maritime professionals.
Analyzing 4 programs with available earnings data.
These highlights showcase programs that demonstrate exceptional national performance and career preparation in specialized maritime fields.
#2 nationally
$117K median earnings
This bar shows the range of median earnings across all majors at this school.
The tables below compare programs in each category by earnings, national rank, cohort size, and value scores.
These sections represent the complete set of ranked undergraduate programs at Maine Maritime Academy.
Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering dominates this group, ranking #2 nationally and delivering the academy's highest earnings at $116,961. This program stands out for combining exceptional technical rigor with direct industry connections, producing graduates who enter specialized maritime engineering roles immediately upon graduation.
Students pursuing this path typically prioritize career-focused technical education with clear pathways to high-paying specialized engineering positions in shipbuilding, offshore energy, and maritime design industries.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. | #2 |
Programs at Maine Maritime Academy demonstrate exceptional outcomes due to the institution's specialized maritime mission and direct industry partnerships. Rankings reflect labor-market performance based on federal College Scorecard data, not academic prestige or program reputation. All three programs achieve top national rankings in their respective fields, indicating consistent quality across the academy's focused curriculum. The concentrated program portfolio allows for intensive industry connections and specialized facilities that support strong graduate outcomes. Value scores incorporate both earnings and debt levels, with Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering achieving the highest score of 75.0. Cohort sizes range from 30 to 71 graduates, providing sufficient data confidence while reflecting the specialized nature of maritime career pathways that serve niche but high-demand industry segments.
Median earnings 10 years post-enrollment
Debt burden relative to earnings
Institutional contribution to outcomes
recent graduates
| $116,961★ |
| $54,454 |
| 71 |
| Systems Engineering.Small sample | — | $90,474 | — | 8 |
International Business ranks #17 nationally while maintaining the academy's maritime focus through specialized coursework in shipping, logistics, and global trade. With earnings of $63,763, this program provides strong outcomes for students seeking business careers within maritime industries.
This path is well suited for students who prefer combining business skills with maritime industry expertise rather than pursuing pure technical engineering roles, creating opportunities in port management, shipping logistics, and maritime commerce.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Business. | #16 | $63,763 | — | 36 |
Commercial Fishing ranks #3 nationally with earnings of $102,847, reflecting the program's unique focus on sustainable fisheries management and marine resource development. This program stands out for combining traditional maritime skills with modern business and environmental science principles.
Students pursuing this specialized path typically seek careers in fisheries management, aquaculture development, and marine resource conservation where technical expertise commands premium compensation in niche industry segments.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Fishing. | #3 | $102,847 | — | 30 |
Resources, cohort size, and graduation rates
Trajectory from early to mid-career
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