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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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International Relations Degree

The international relations program at California Maritime Academy prepares students for careers in Foreign Service, civil service positions in the state department, the military, congress, the United Nations, other government agencies, and the private sector as a consultant. The program focuses on international politics and institutions and the conduct of diplomacy and foreign policy. Program courses include: international relations theory, foreign policy analysis, national security and strategic studies, international law and organization, and they theory and practice of diplomacy. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer international relations 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.

Career Options for Graduates

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

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Political Scientists

Description

Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decision-making, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, political scientists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -2.3% from 2014 to 2024

Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in political science, international affairs, and international relations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

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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