It's a great day to be a Keelhauler
Your journey starts here
Located on a scenic waterfront campus in Vallejo, CA, Cal Maritime is one of seven degree-granting maritime academies in the United States — and the only one on the West Coast.
Apply for the fall 2024 semester
Start your journey at Cal Maritime today
Applications for the fall 2024 semester are currently being accepted!
Why Choose Cal Maritime?
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Take a closer look at California State University Maritime Academy (Cal Maritime), a unique and specialized campus of the California State University system.
Undergraduate Programs
Exemplifying learning by doing
Our seven undergraduate majors, maritime traditions, and world-class faculty and staff prepare our cadets for dynamic and lucrative careers in the maritime industry.
Visit Cal Maritime
In-person campus tours and workshops
There's no better way to get a feel for life at Cal Maritime than with a campus tour led by our very own cadets.
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Recruitment Roadmap
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Join our Admissions team for one (or more) of our upcoming fall recruitment events near you. Our map will be updated on a continuous basis so check back frequently.
Prepare, Apply, Enroll
Learn more about our admissions process
Cal Maritime accepts applications from high school students, transfer students, and college graduates seeking to complete a second bachelor's degree.
Cost of Attendance
Learn more about the Cost Of Attendance (COA)
The COA includes tuition and fees, food and housing, books and supplies, transportation, personal and miscellaneous expenses.
Financial Aid
We're here to help you navigate financial aid options
Our Cal Maritime Financial Aid staff is here to assist you navigate the financial aid options available to pay for your college career, regardless of financial circumstances.