Massachusetts Maritime Academy: what international applicants need

What are Massachusetts Maritime Academy's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Massachusetts Maritime Academy has one application deadline for 2026–27: Early Action on November 1, 2026. It also admits on a rolling basis.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Massachusetts Maritime Academy's acceptance rate?

94.7% for students who started in fall 2024: Massachusetts Maritime Academy admitted 1,198 of its 1,265 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Massachusetts Maritime Academy require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Massachusetts Maritime Academy is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is Massachusetts Maritime Academy's application fee for international students?

Massachusetts Maritime Academy's application fee is $50 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Massachusetts Maritime Academy accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Massachusetts Maritime Academy accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Massachusetts Maritime Academy accept?

Massachusetts Maritime Academy doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Massachusetts Maritime Academy require?

Massachusetts Maritime Academy requires a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Massachusetts Maritime Academy require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Massachusetts Maritime Academy requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Massachusetts Maritime Academy have?

21 of Massachusetts Maritime Academy's 1,402 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.5%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Massachusetts Maritime Academy cost for international students?

Massachusetts Maritime Academy is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $23,722 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $11,420). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $14,990. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $44,843 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source