United States Merchant Marine Academy Acceptance Rate &
United States Merchant Marine Academy is a public research university in Kings Point, New York, enrolling about 962 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 34.24% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $90,610 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $895
- 2024 Average Net Price: $6,174 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 34.24% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 962 100.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 82.38%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition decrease of 6.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 15.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 78.7%
- Average SAT Score: 1207
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,107
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,392
United States Merchant Marine Academy: what the data shows
Common questions about United States Merchant Marine Academy, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is United States Merchant Marine Academy?
United States Merchant Marine Academy is located in Kings Point, NY (ZIP 11024-1634).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is United States Merchant Marine Academy public or private?
United States Merchant Marine Academy is a Public institution.
How much does United States Merchant Marine Academy cost?
Published tuition: $895.
Average net price after aid: $6,174.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $1,773 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $4,098 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $5,897 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $8,752 |
| $110,001+ | $9,168 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $3,580.
How hard is it to get into United States Merchant Marine Academy?
Admission rate: 34.24%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1207 and midpoint ACT 27.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is United States Merchant Marine Academy?
Total enrollment: 962 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,107 students.
Graduate enrollment: 14 students.
About 100% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at United States Merchant Marine Academy?
150%-time completion rate: 82.38%.
First-year retention: 84.5%.
What do graduates of United States Merchant Marine Academy earn?
Median earnings: $96,770 six years after entry; $90,610 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $8,833.
7.81% of students receive Pell grants.
What is United States Merchant Marine Academy known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer (94 completions)
- Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering (93 completions)
- Systems Engineering (36 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is United States Merchant Marine Academy a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 34.24%; completion rate 82.38%; median earnings $90,610 at 10 years; net price $6,174. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$895
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at United States Merchant Marine Academy was $895.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$6,174
2024 Value
In 2024 United States Merchant Marine Academy had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $6,174.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$24,696 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$6,174 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$3,580 4-Year Tuition
$2,080 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$2,975 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$11,900 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional where not shown.
4-year total cost breakdown for United States Merchant Marine Academy.
Financial Aid by Income Level
7.81% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
6.02% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at United States Merchant Marine Academy was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for United States Merchant Marine Academy in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $1,032 | $1,032 | $4,275 |
| 2014 | $1,107 | $1,107 | $5,538 |
| 2015 | $1,107 | $1,107 | $6,125 |
| 2016 | $1,167 | $1,167 | $6,866 |
| 2017 | $1,020 | $1,020 | $6,796 |
| 2018 | $1,080 | $1,080 | $3,935 |
| 2019 | $1,050 | $1,050 | $6,433 |
| 2020 | $1,095 | $1,095 | $6,571 |
| 2021 | $780 | $780 | $6,627 |
| 2022 | $1,008 | $1,008 | $6,502 |
| 2023 | $945 | $945 | $7,506 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
34.24% Acceptance Rate
1,392 Total Applicants
452 Students Admitted
277 First-Time Students Enrolled
61.28% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1207
ACT Average: 27
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
United States Merchant Marine Academy reported total enrollment of about 962 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 82% male and 18% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (75.2%), Hispanic or Latino (10.6%), and Two or More Races (5.5%). About 7.81% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
100.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at United States Merchant Marine Academy in 2024 is 962 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,107 students. Graduate enrollment is about 14 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
84.5%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 75.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
75.10% 100% Completion Time
82.38% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 75.10% of students graduating from United States Merchant Marine Academy completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer: 72% male / 28% female
- Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering: 84% male / 16% female
- Systems Engineering: 86% male / 14% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for United States Merchant Marine Academy.
Return on Investment
$8,833 Median Student Debt
$90,610 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
9.75% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
3569.02% Return on Investment
1.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for United States Merchant Marine Academy.
Top Programs by Completions
3 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 4 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer: 94 completions
2. Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering: 93 completions
3. Systems Engineering: 36 completions
Most popular programs at United States Merchant Marine Academy.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for United States Merchant Marine Academy graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for United States Merchant Marine Academy from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 78.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $11,875
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $11,935
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
United States Merchant Marine Academy is a public institution located in Kings Point, NY, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, Systems Engineering. Enrollment is approximately 962 students. Student body composition includes White (75.2%), Hispanic or Latino (10.6%), Two or More Races (5.5%). It is selective, with an admission rate of 34.24%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1207. The 150%-time completion rate is 82.38%. Approximately 7.81% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Kings Point, NY 11024-1634
Region: US Service Schools
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 82.38% graduation rate, United States Merchant Marine Academy demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Strong Career Outcomes: United States Merchant Marine Academy graduates report median earnings of $90,610 ten years after entry, placing them among the higher-earning college graduates nationally. This strong earnings potential reflects both the quality of education and the career opportunities available to graduates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is United States Merchant Marine Academy located?
United States Merchant Marine Academy is located in Kings Point, NY.
What is United States Merchant Marine Academy's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at United States Merchant Marine Academy is 34.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,392 applicants and 452 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does United States Merchant Marine Academy cost?
Reported tuition is $895 and average net price is $6,174 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the student body demographics at United States Merchant Marine Academy?
United States Merchant Marine Academy reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,107 students, White (75.2%), Hispanic or Latino (10.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
What test scores do students need for United States Merchant Marine Academy?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, United States Merchant Marine Academy reports midpoint SAT about 1207 and midpoint ACT about 27.
What do graduates of United States Merchant Marine Academy earn?
Median earnings are $96,770 six years after entry and $90,610 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at United States Merchant Marine Academy?
The 150%-time completion rate is 82.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do United States Merchant Marine Academy students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $8,833.
Is United States Merchant Marine Academy public or private?
United States Merchant Marine Academy is a public institution located in Kings Point, NY.
Is United States Merchant Marine Academy an HBCU?
No. United States Merchant Marine Academy is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is United States Merchant Marine Academy a tribal college?
No. United States Merchant Marine Academy is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is United States Merchant Marine Academy a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, United States Merchant Marine Academy does not meet that proxy (reported share 10.6%).
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- New York college costs
- New York colleges by ROI
- U.S. Service Schools regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in New York
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.