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ACCEPTANCE RATE

76.21%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

73%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

13:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

2

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$9,229

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Mechanical Engineering Degree

The mechanical engineering program at California Maritime Academy prepares students for careers in design, implementation, and operation and maintenance of equipment and machinery. The program focuses on applying mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development, and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems. Program courses include: stationary power units and appliances, engines, self-propped vehicles, housing and containers, hydraulic and electric systems for controlling movement, and integration of computers and remote control operating systems. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer mechanical engineering degrees.

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California Maritime Academy

24700 W McBean Pky, Valencia, CA

California Maritime Academy is located in Vallejo, CA and is a public institution that provides opportunities for students to meet their goals. CMA, with only about 900 students enrolled, offers a high ratio of teachers to students and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.

Students may choose from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

  • Marine Science, Merchant Marine Officer
  • International Relations
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies
  • Business Administration

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then studied by admissions staff. Very common scores among students admitted to CMA are within the range of 19 to 26 for the ACT exam, or 960 to 1180 on the SAT exam. This school accepts roughly 70% of applicants yearly. Of those accepted, around 34% enrolled. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay nearly $7,200 and out-of-state residents pay $19,000 annually. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $5,200. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

California Maritime Academy participates in athletic programs through the NAIA's California Pacific Conference in Basketball.

Students who wish to learn more about CMA may check out their website at http://www.csum.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. California Maritime Academy offers a bachelor's degree program in mechanical engineering.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male31
Female5

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian6
Black1
Hispanic6
White14
Multiple Races4
Unknown5

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Mechanical Engineering program at California Maritime Academy, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architectural and engineering managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Cost Estimators

Description

Prepare cost estimates for product manufacturing, construction projects, or services to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. May specialize according to particular service performed or type of product manufactured.

Aerospace Engineers

Description

Perform engineering duties in designing, constructing, and testing aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft. May conduct basic and applied research to evaluate adaptability of materials and equipment to aircraft design and manufacture. May recommend improvements in testing equipment and techniques.

Mechanical Engineers

Description

Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, mechanical engineers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give an overview of the students California Maritime Academy accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, California Maritime Academy may provide services to students like those listed below:

  • Online classes
  • Remedial courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Student employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

California Maritime Academy is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball (California Pacific Conference)
  • Golf
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Water Polo
  • Other Sports
  • Sailing
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