Public Bachelor's Fair 54/100

College of the Marshall Islands

See admissions data, costs, student outcomes, and academic programs, all verified from official US government sources.

About College of the Marshall Islands

College of the Marshall Islands is a public institution offering bachelor's degrees based in Majuro, MH. It enrolls 1,009 students (a small, tight-knit student body), according to IPEDS 2023-24 data. Below you'll find verified data on admissions, cost, student outcomes, programs offered, and what graduates typically earn, all pulled from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS.

Acceptance
Graduation
Net Price
$9,996
Median Earnings (10yr)
Enrollment
1,009
Student : Faculty
18:1

Accreditor Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
Academic Calendar Semester

How It Measures Up

US College Data scores each college on four pillars (outcomes, value, affordability, and selectivity) on a 0–100 scale, ranked within its peer group (4-Year Open / Online). Scores are calculated from verified College Scorecard and IPEDS data, not opinion or paid placement. Where data is missing, that pillar isn't scored.

Fair
54/100
UCD Score · 4-Year Open / Online
Outcomes 14
Value
Affordability 81
Selectivity

Admissions & Acceptance Rate

Admissions data is not yet reported for College of the Marshall Islands.

Acceptance Rate
SAT Range (25th–75th)
Not reported
ACT Range (25th–75th)
Not reported

Cost & Financial Aid

The real cost of attending College of the Marshall Islands isn't the sticker price. It's the net price,which is what most students actually pay after grants and scholarships. According to College Scorecard 2023-24 data, the average net price is $9,996 per year. That's well below the typical net price for public colleges nationally.

Average Net Price
$9,996
Per year, after typical aid
Receive Pell Grants
89%
Need-based federal aid
Receive Federal Loans
0%
Borrowing to attend

Full Cost Breakdown

Published cost of attendance, the sticker price before grants and scholarships. Most students underestimate room & board and other expenses.

Tuition & Fees (in-state)
$6,840
Tuition & Fees (out-of-state)
$7,480
Room & Board (on-campus)
$3,000
Room & Board (off-campus)
$10,150
Books & Supplies
$2,175
Other Expenses (on-campus)
$3,658
Other Expenses (off-campus)
$6,027
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,275
What this means: Aid reaches the majority of students: 89% receive Pell grants. If your family qualifies for Pell, the actual cost to you is likely far below the average.

Graduation Rate & Retention

Completion data is not yet reported for College of the Marshall Islands.

6-Year Graduation Rate
Of students who graduate within six years
First-Year Retention
Returning for their second year

After Graduation: Earnings & Outcomes

Post-graduation earnings data is not yet reported for College of the Marshall Islands.

Median Earnings (10 yrs)
Earning > $25K
10 yrs after entry

Earnings Growth After Graduation

Median annual earnings 6, 8, and 10 years after students first enrolled.

$16,000$17,000$19,000$21,000$22,0006 yrs8 yrs

Who Studies Here

College of the Marshall Islands is home to 1,009 students, a small, close-knit community. Some distinctive traits: 59% are first-generation college students, 41% study part-time.

Total Enrolled
1,009
Part-Time
41%
First-Generation
59%

Race & Ethnicity Breakdown

Undergraduate student body composition reported to the US Department of Education.

GroupShareStudents
Other 99.3% 1,002
Asian 0.6% 6
Hispanic 0.1% 1
Other: 99.3% (1,002 students)Asian: 0.6% (6 students)Hispanic: 0.1% (1 students)Total1,009

Student Life & Campus Culture

Where students live, learn, and connect at College of the Marshall Islands. The campus setting, housing profile, and signals that shape day-to-day life here.

Housing
Partly residential 190 beds available
Adult Learners
13% of students are 25 or older
Athletics
NAIA athletic-conference member
Academic Calendar
Semester scheduling structure

What You Can Study

College of the Marshall Islands offers a varied set of programs: 12 distinct programs across 7 majors. Below are its strongest majors, each with flagship programs and typical earnings. Open a major to explore it in depth, or browse the full program catalog.

2 Programs
1 Program
2 Programs
1 Program

Faculty & Resources

The student-to-faculty ratio at College of the Marshall Islands is 18:1, on the higher side.

Student : Faculty
18:1
Students per instructional faculty member
Instruction / Student
$2,391
Annual instructional spending per enrolled student
Endowment
$2.4M
Modest endowment
Avg Faculty Salary
$21,449
9-month equivalent across all ranks

Faculty by Rank

46 instructional faculty across 2 ranks. The rank mix shows how many senior faculty are teaching versus contingent or junior staff, with average salary equated to a 9-month contract.

Rank Faculty Count Share Avg Salary
Instructors 45 98% $21,564
No Rank 1 2% $16,125

Pros & Cons of College of the Marshall Islands

A quick at-a-glance summary of how College of the Marshall Islands tends to stack up for prospective students,weighing its data, size, setting, and cost profile together.

PROS
  • Very affordable net price after aid
  • Tight-knit, close community feel
  • Wide reach of need-based federal aid
  • First-gen-friendly student body
CONS
  • Class sizes are on the higher side
  • Fewer clubs, activities, and social options
  • No graduate programs offered at this institution
  • Narrow program catalog compared to mid-sized peers
Best for: Based on the data, College of the Marshall Islands is a fit for families focused on keeping net cost low; working adults or students needing part-time study options; students who thrive in small, close-knit environments.

Frequently Asked Questions about College of the Marshall Islands

Quick answers to the questions most students and parents ask. Every answer below is calculated from verified government data about College of the Marshall Islands.

How much does College of the Marshall Islands cost?
The average net price after aid at College of the Marshall Islands is $9,996 per year, this is what students typically pay after grants and scholarships are applied. Net price data: College Scorecard 2023-24.
What is College of the Marshall Islands known for?
College of the Marshall Islands is best known for its programs in Accounting, Liberal Arts, Teacher Education (K-12). These are the most popular fields by completed degrees, per IPEDS 2023-24 completion data.
Is College of the Marshall Islands accredited?
Yes. College of the Marshall Islands is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
How many students attend College of the Marshall Islands?
College of the Marshall Islands enrolls 1,009 students, per IPEDS 2023-24 fall enrollment data.
Is College of the Marshall Islands a public or private college?
College of the Marshall Islands is a Public institution.
Where is College of the Marshall Islands located?
College of the Marshall Islands is located in Majuro, MH.
What programs does College of the Marshall Islands offer?
College of the Marshall Islands offers 12 distinct programs. The most popular include Accounting, Liberal Arts, Teacher Education (K-12).
What is the student-to-faculty ratio at College of the Marshall Islands?
The student-to-faculty ratio at College of the Marshall Islands is 18:1, per IPEDS 2023-24 data.

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