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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.
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Applications for the fall 2025 semester remain open! Apply by the deadline: June 1, 2025. We’re offering automatic admission to first-time freshman applicants which means when you apply, if eligible, you'll receive an offer of admission within days—so you can say yes to Maritime and start your future without hesitation.
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.
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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 in navigating the financial aid options available to pay for your college career, regardless of financial circumstances.
Military Options
Our military options provide dynamic career pathways
Although there is no armed service obligation for graduation, Cal Maritime offers endless career possibilities in the military.
Located in Vallejo, California, California State University (CSU) (Cal Maritime) Maritime Academy is a unique and specialized campus of the 23-campus California State University (CSU) system. It is one of only seven degree-granting maritime academies in the United States — and the only one on the West Coast.