Overview
Founded in 1874, SUNY Maritime College is the oldest institution of its kind in the United States, established to train young men and women for careers in the merchant marine. Located at the historic Fort Schuyler on the Throggs Neck peninsula in the Bronx, the college has built a distinguished reputation for producing licensed deck and engineering officers, naval architects, and maritime professionals. Its regimented Regiment of Cadets program, combined with rigorous academics, gives graduates a unique blend of leadership training and technical expertise highly valued by the shipping, engineering, and logistics industries.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Bronx, New York |
| Founded | 1874 |
| Total students | 1,900 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 13:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 72% |
| Graduation rate | 68% |
| Average starting salary | $75,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $9,200 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $17,900 |
| Room & board | $16,500 |
| Average financial aid | $12,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1080-1260 |
| ACT range | 22-28 |
| Average GPA | 3.30 |
| Regular deadline | March 1 |
Top Programs
- Marine Transportation
- Marine Engineering
- Naval Architecture
- International Transportation and Trade
- Facilities Engineering
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.