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Massachusetts Maritime Academy SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

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ACT RangeN/A
Average GPA3.62
Acceptance Rate72.1%

Mass Maritime’s 72% acceptance rate means admission is realistic for many prepared applicants, but the 3.62 average GPA and 87% freshman retention show that enrolled students are taking the academics seriously. Since it is test-optional, submit an SAT or ACT score only if it strengthens your academic profile alongside your grades.

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Massachusetts Maritime Academy facts and stats

Quick Facts

Massachusetts Maritime Academy is a public maritime college in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts, with an undergraduate enrollment of 1,407. Mass Maritime retains 87% of first-year students, above the national average of roughly 70%, and its 6-year graduation rate is 74%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 13:1.

Location

Buzzards Bay, MA

Undergrad Enrollment1,407
Freshman Retention87%
SettingN/A
Student to Faculty Ratio13:1
Graduation Rate74%
Test PolicyTest-optional

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Key Massachusetts Maritime Academy application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

April 15

Early Action

November 1

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

February 15

Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

March 1

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Mass Maritime, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and fall for retakes if you want a stronger superscore. For the November 1 Early Action deadline, plan for the October SAT or September ACT as your last fall retake so scores can arrive in time.

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What you'll actually pay

At Mass Maritime, in-state tuition is $2,116, while out-of-state tuition is $14,418. About 39% of students receive aid, and the FAFSA priority deadline is March 1.

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In-State Tuition$2,116
Out-of-State Tuition$14,418
Room and Board$14,990
Average Merit Award$7,704
Application Fee$50
Students on Aid39%
Average Aid Package$22,618
Average Debt at Grad$41,320

At Mass Maritime, out-of-state tuition is $14,418, while in-state tuition is $2,116; room and board adds $14,990. About 39% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $22,618. The average merit award is $7,704. Graduates leave with an average debt of $41,320.

Student life at Massachusetts Maritime Academy

Activities and Organizations
Drama and theater
Marching band
Concert band
Jazz band
Pep band
Music ensembles
Literary magazine
Yearbook
Student government
International student organization
Housing

97% of undergrads live on campus

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Wellness
Greek life

No fraternity or sorority life on campus.

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