Marine Transportation

Bachelor's degree · Cal Poly Maritime Academy · Vallejo, CA

CIP 49.03

$87,464Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$117,176Median earnings 4 years after
$116,871Median earnings 5 years after
$26,000Median federal debt
53Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Marine Transportation at Cal Poly Maritime Academy earn a median of $87,464 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $117,011 four years after graduating (middle half: $85,693–$144,815). Median debt is $26,000, about 30% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Marine Transportation graduates from Cal Poly Maritime Academy make?

The median salary is $87,464 one year after graduation and $116,871 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,000.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.