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Your chances of getting into United States Merchant Marine Academy

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

27.3%
Admission Difficulty for United States Merchant Marine Academy
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Admission Standards Challenging 
Applicant Competition High 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at USMMA is 27.3%.  Its admission rate is the 16th lowest in New York and the 101st lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into USMMA and can you get accepted?

USMMA is a highly competitive school to get into. You have a moderate chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, only 419 out of the 1,532 who applied were admitted.

United States Merchant Marine Academy typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.6. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. Of those applicants who were admitted, 60% enrolled. This indicates that the school is a top choice for many students who apply.

Can you get into USMMA?

27% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to United States Merchant Marine Academy you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.6 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1240 on the SAT
  • Score 24 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

USMMA GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.6

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into United States Merchant Marine Academy?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into USMMA are to have around a 3.6 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

Even with a competitive GPA, admission to USMMA will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at USMMA is 3.6 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #41 in New York for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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USMMA SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1150-1330

Applicants Submitting SAT 

65%
SAT Scores for United States Merchant Marine Academy
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 570
Math 25th Percentile 580
Composite 25th Percentile 1150
SAT Scores for United States Merchant Marine Academy
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 660
Math 75th Percentile 670
Composite 75th Percentile 1330
Average SAT Score 1240

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to United States Merchant Marine Academy?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at USMMA is 1240 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1150-1330. Students who get into United States Merchant Marine Academy score in the top 32 percent of all SAT test takers..  USMMA ranks #42 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1240 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. USMMA regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1150 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1150, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1060, but scores this low are outside the normal range. A competitive SAT score is very important as 65 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1240 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1240, you have around a 27% chance of being admitted. A 1330 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 41% chance of getting in.

United States Merchant Marine Academy admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1330 and Above Good >41%
1240 to 1330 Avg + 27%-41%
1150 to 1240 Avg - 16%-27%
1060 to 1150 Reach 9%-16%
Less than 1060 Low <9%
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USMMA ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

20-28 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

35%
ACT Scores for United States Merchant Marine Academy
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 18
Math 25th Percentile 25
Composite 25th Percentile 20
ACT Scores for United States Merchant Marine Academy
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 28
Math 75th Percentile 28
Composite 75th Percentile 28
Average ACT Score 24

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into USMMA?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to USMMA is 24, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 20 and 28.  The school ranks #75 in New York for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 24. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 20 and score in the score in the top 49 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

35 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to United States Merchant Marine Academy.

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into USMMA for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 24 score has around 27% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 41% with a 28 ACT score.

United States Merchant Marine Academy admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
28 and Above Good >41%
24 to 28 Avg + 27%-41%
20 to 24 Avg - 16%-27%
16 to 20 Reach 9%-16%
Less than 16 Low <9%
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High School Class Rank

57% of United States Merchant Marine Academy freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 33% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted United States Merchant Marine Academy students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 33%
Top 25% of class 57%
Top 50% of class 92%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

United States Merchant Marine Academy admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 211 1,251 1,532
Accepted 71 348 419
Acceptance Rate 34% 28% 27%
Enrolled 35 218 253
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 49% 63% 60%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Mar 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

112

Applicants have 112 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Mar 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to United States Merchant Marine Academy is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to United States Merchant Marine Academy and what student information is used for admission decisions?

United States Merchant Marine Academy Application Requirements
Test Scores Required to be considered for admission
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at United States Merchant Marine Academy
AP Credit
Dual Credit
Credit for Life Experiences

Admission Requirements Summary

Because USMMA is highly competitive, you have a moderate chance of acceptance depending on your GPA and test scores. If you earn at least a 3.6 GPA, you will have a fair shot at getting in. Additionally, you should score a 1240 on the SAT or 24 on the ACT to be competitive. If you can score a 1330 SAT you will be a very strong applicant.

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=197027 IPEDS survey data for United States Merchant Marine Academy.

Last updated February 24, 2024