California Maritime Academy


200 Maritime Academy Drive
Vallejo, CA 94590


Located in Vallejo, California, The California Maritime Academy (Cal Maritime) is a unique and specialized campus of The California State University that offers students bachelor's degrees in business administration, facilities engineering technology, global studies and maritime affairs, marine engineering technology, marine transportation, and mechanical engineering.

Cal Maritime is committed to being a leading educational institution recognized for excellence in the business, engineering, operations, and policy of the transportation and related industries of the Pacific Rim and beyond.

A specialized education combining classroom instruction, experiential learning, and professional development prepare students for successful careers in international business and logistics, maritime policy, engineering, technology, or in the maritime and transportation industries. International travel, training, and experiences - including a two-month international training cruise onboard the Training Ship Golden Bear - prepare students in fields that are increasingly global in nature.

The California Maritime Academy is continually expanding. It has been in existence for almost 80 years and has been part of the California State University system for almost two decades. Enrollment continues to climb yearly, as do the resources available to students at Cal Maritime. There are also new additions coming to the The California Maritime Academy campus, including residence halls, training centers, and more.

Quick Facts:
  • Cal Maritime is one of only seven degree-granting maritime academies in the United States -- and the only one on the West Coast.

  • The California Maritime Academy is the smallest of the California State University campuses.

  • The California Maritime Academy is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

  • Some of the concentrations that students may pursue at The California Maritime Academy include business administration, marine transportation, mechanical engineering, and other maritime concentrations.

  • This school profile has been compiled and updated by The CollegeBound Network. The school is not affiliated with The CollegeBound Network and shall not be considered a sponsor of this program.
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