Colby College vs. Maine Maritime Academy
Colby College (Waterville, ME) and Maine Maritime Academy (Castine, ME) compared side by side. Colby College is a private nonprofit institution; Maine Maritime Academy is a public institution. Below, the more favorable figure in each row is highlighted, using official federal data.
| Colby College Private nonprofit | Maine Maritime Academy Public | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 7% | 54% |
| Median earnings (10 yrs) | $80,490 | $89,964 |
| Graduation rate | 89% | 58% |
| Retention rate | 94% | 82% |
| Average net price | $17,180 | $23,414 |
| In-state tuition | $69,600 | $15,158 |
| Median student debt | $19,157 | $27,000 |
| SAT average | 1,501 | 1,166 |
| Enrollment | 2,407 | 942 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. "More favorable" is a simple per-metric comparison (higher earnings and graduation, lower cost and acceptance rate) and isn't an overall verdict — the right fit depends on your goals.