Marine Transportation

Bachelor's degree · Northwestern Michigan College · Traverse City, MI

CIP 49.03

$87,281Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$136,748Median earnings 4 years after

$133,180Median earnings 5 years after

$24,000Median federal debt

48Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Marine Transportation at Northwestern Michigan College earn a median of $87,281 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 $24,000, about 27% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Marine Transportation graduates from Northwestern Michigan College make?

The median salary is $87,281 one year after graduation and $133,180 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,000.

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