Buzzards Bay, MA · Salem, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Massachusetts Maritime Academy | Salem State University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 94.6% | 95.6% |
| In-State Tuition | $10,816 | $11,978 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $23,910 | $18,961 |
| Average Net Price | $20,759 | $19,324 |
| Graduation Rate | 79.0% | 55.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Massachusetts Maritime Academy accepts 94.6% of applicants. Salem State University accepts 95.6%. Tuition is close: $10,816 at Massachusetts Maritime Academy, $11,978 at Salem State University. Massachusetts Maritime Academy graduates 79% of students in 6 years. Salem State University graduates 55%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Massachusetts Maritime Academy. It accepts 94.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Salem State University, on average. After aid, students pay $19,324/year versus $20,759/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Massachusetts Maritime Academy: 79% of students finish in 6 years. Salem State University is at 55%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.