United States Merchant Marine Academy ROI Analysis
Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.
ROI Summary
Total 4-Year Cost
$3,780
In-state tuition x 4
Earnings Premium
$61,770/yr
above high school diploma avg
Break-Even Point
0.1 years
After graduation
20-Year ROI
32583%
Return on investment
ROI Analysis
One year after graduation, the median salary for graduates is $59,168. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $96,770, but decreases to $90,610 ten years after graduation. The median debt for graduates is $8,833. Only 6.6% of students receive financial aid.
The tuition cost for in-state students is $945. The provided data does not include the total cost of attendance, including room and board, books, and fees. The data also does not include the debt-to-income ratio or a break-even timeline.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
The Numbers
Annual Tuition (In-State)
$945
Median Debt at Graduation
$8,833
Median Earnings (5yr)
$96,770
Graduation Rate
79%
Receive Financial Aid
7%
Avg Aid Amount
N/A
Program-Level ROI
| Program | Median Earnings (5yr) | Est. 20yr ROI |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Transportation | $0 | N/A |
| Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering | $0 | N/A |
| Systems Engineering | $0 | N/A |
Peer Comparison
32583%
20yr ROI
0%
20yr ROI
1899%
20yr ROI
0%
20yr ROI
2213%
20yr ROI
Financial Aid Impact
Before Aid
After Aid (Estimated)
Frequently Asked Questions
Methodology
ROI calculations are based on data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. The earnings premium is calculated as the difference between median graduate earnings and the national average earnings for high school diploma holders ($35,000).
The 20-year ROI formula: ((Earnings Premium x 20) - Total Cost) / Total Cost x 100. Break-even point: Total Cost / Annual Earnings Premium. All figures use in-state tuition and do not account for inflation, opportunity cost, or financial aid variations.