How much does SUNY Maritime College cost?

The average net price at SUNY Maritime College is $22,367 per year after financial aid. Over 4 years, that's approximately $89,468 total. Average student debt at graduation: $23,250.

What do SUNY Maritime College graduates earn?

Graduates of SUNY Maritime College earn a median salary of $95,951 ten years after enrollment. That's 78% above the national average.

What is the SUNY Maritime College acceptance rate?

SUNY Maritime College accepts approximately 72.4% of applicants.

Does SUNY Maritime College require SAT or ACT?

SUNY Maritime College is test-optional — applicants may submit SAT or ACT scores but they are not required.

SUNY Maritime College

Throggs Neck, NY

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Value

Median Earnings (10yr)

$95,951

+78% vs average

Net Price / Year

$22,367

+10% vs average

Graduation Rate

70%

Payback Period

0.9 years

Median Debt

$23,250

Student Body

1,285

SUNY Maritime College — Earnings vs Cost (vs National Average)

Source: U.S. Dept of Education (College Scorecard)CollegeValueRanked

Admission Rate

72%

SUNY Maritime College at a Glance

The State University of New York Maritime College is a public maritime college in the Bronx, New York City. It is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system. Founded in 1874, the SUNY Maritime College was the first college of its kind to be founded in the United States and is one of only seven degree-granting maritime academies in the United States.

Founded

1874

152 years old

Students

1,545

1,545 undergrad · 150 grad

Campus

55 acres

Identity

Motto: Loyalty, ValorAthletics: PrivateersMascot: Privateer PeteColors: Navy and crimsonAffiliation: NCAA Division III , Skyline ConferencePresident: John A. Okon

Sources:Wikipedia sunymaritime.edu facts

How to Apply to SUNY Maritime College

Official admissions page

Test-optionalCommon App member

Early deadline

December 1 (Early Action)

Rec letters

1 required

Recommendation letters

ns Application Information Freshman admissions decisions are based on the strength of your high school curriculum, SAT or ACT scores (if submitted), extracurricular activities and one letter of recommendation.

Requirements can change between admissions cycles. Always verify current requirements on the official admissions page before applying.

Is SUNY Maritime College Worth It?

SUNY Maritime College delivers solid financial returns for its graduates. At $22,367/year, it's priced 10% above average, while graduates go on to earn $95,951 — 78% above the national average.

The investment pays for itself in just 0.9 years — among the fastest payback periods of any college we track.

The 70% graduation rate means roughly 30% of students leave without a degree — taking on debt without the earnings boost that completion brings.

Bottom line: SUNY Maritime College delivers strong financial returns that justify the investment for most students.

How SUNY Maritime College compares to peer public colleges of similar tier nationally

Ranked #2 of 7 on value score. Peers are matched by size, median earnings, SAT, and admission rate — not just geography.

Rank	College	Value	Net price / yr	Median earnings
#1	Virginia Military Institute	89	$17,113	$77,369
#2	SUNY Maritime College	75	$22,367	$95,951
#3	University of Minnesota-Rochester	72	$13,744	$69,020
#4	Charter Oak State College	68	$15,815	$64,209
#5	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	65	$14,164	$64,355
#6	Oregon State University-Cascades Campus	48	$18,048	$64,010

Peer group: public colleges within ±60% of SUNY Maritime College's student body size and within a similar academic tier (SAT ±80, admit rate ±10pp, median earnings ±25%). 1 in NY.

Best Programs at SUNY Maritime College

The highest-earning program at SUNY Maritime College is Mechanical Engineering at $82,800/year (4 years after graduation). The lowest is Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other at $47,600/year.

Your major matters more than the school name — a Mechanical Engineering graduate from SUNY Maritime College earns $82,800, while a Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other graduate earns $47,600. Choose your program carefully — it's the single biggest lever you control.

Debt also varies by program: Mechanical Engineering graduates carry $26,399 in median debt vs. $21,250 for Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.

Return on Investment

Estimated 4-Year Cost

$89,468

Based on $22,367/yr net price × 4 years

Earnings Premium

+78%

vs. national average of $53,787/yr

Payback Period

0.9 years

Time to recoup the total cost through higher earnings

10-Year Net Gain

$870,042

Median earnings over 10 years minus total cost of attendance

Programs & Earnings by Major

Graduate earnings data by field of study (4 years after graduation):

Major	Earnings (4yr)	Earnings (1yr)	Median Debt
Mechanical Engineering	$82,800	$82,800	$26,399
Business Administration, Management and Operations	$80,900	$80,900	N/A
Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering	$78,200	$78,200	$23,134
Industrial Engineering	$71,400	$71,400	$26,252
Marine Transportation	$71,200	$71,200	$26,000
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering	$66,100	$66,100	$26,625
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other	$47,600	$47,600	$21,250

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Quick Facts

Institution Type: public
Location: Throggs Neck, NY
Student Body: 1,285 students
Admission Rate: 72%
Graduation Rate: 70%
Net Price (Annual): $22,367
Median Earnings (10yr): $95,951
Median Student Debt: $23,250

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Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings are measured 10 years after enrollment. Net price reflects average cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal financial aid. Value scores are calculated using our methodology.