Outcomes-based program rankings.
United States Merchant Marine Academy offers specialized maritime education through a focused curriculum rather than diverse academic programs. The single program classification reflects the academy's unique mission to train officers for the U.S.
Merchant Marine and maritime transportation industries.
Analyzing 1 programs with available earnings data.
This highlight showcases the academy's specialized maritime program and its exceptional performance in preparing graduates for maritime careers.
#2 nationally
$101K median earnings
The table below details program performance by earnings, rank, debt, and cohort size for the academy's specialized maritime curriculum.
These sections represent the complete set of ranked undergraduate programs at United States Merchant Marine Academy.
Other & Interdisciplinary graduates earn 101K on average, with 1 program ranking in the national Top 10.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Fishing. | #2 | $101,017 | — | 96 |
United States Merchant Marine Academy's program outcomes reflect its specialized mission as a federal service academy focused on maritime transportation education. The single program classification encompasses comprehensive training in marine engineering, navigation, maritime law, and logistics management, though federal data categorizes this under Commercial Fishing. Rankings reflect labor-market results specific to maritime industry careers, including positions in commercial shipping, government maritime services, and related transportation sectors. Data comes from the Department of Education's College Scorecard, which requires minimum cohort sizes for reporting. The academy's unique federal charter and service requirements create career pathways not available through traditional degree programs, resulting in specialized outcomes that may not directly compare to civilian institutions. Students should understand that these results reflect commitment to maritime service careers with geographic and industry constraints that accompany exceptional financial returns.
Median earnings 10 years post-enrollment
Debt burden relative to earnings
Institutional contribution to outcomes
recent graduates
Resources, cohort size, and graduation rates
Trajectory from early to mid-career
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