(VALLEJO, Calif. – September 9, 2014) – On college campuses, fall means the return
of students for a new academic year, and also the return of the rankings of colleges
and universities in national publications. ÌìÃÀÊÓƵ University's Maritime
Academy received high grades for the third consecutive year from U.S. News and World
Report's annual college rankings, released today. Cal Maritime is ranked the number
one best public college in the western region. In the overall rankings among western
regional colleges, Cal Maritime placed third.
"We are proud to see Cal Maritime recognized alongside other fine institutions of
higher education," said President Tom Cropper. "Our faculty, students, and staff are
working together every day to make this fine institution even greater. This presents
evidence that the collaboration on campus makes a real difference."
Cal Maritime is the only U.S. maritime academy on the Pacific. The unique Cal Maritime
program combines classroom learning with applied technology, leadership development
and global awareness to prepare students for careers in engineering, transportation,
international relations, business, and global logistics.
More information about the U.S. News and World Report rankings may be found at .
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ABOUT CAL MARITIME
Established in 1929, ÌìÃÀÊÓƵ is the only degree-granting
maritime academy on the West Coast. Located in Vallejo, California, the campus offers
undergraduate degrees that prepare students for careers in engineering, transportation,
international relations, business, and global logistics. Cal Maritime also offers
a master’s degree in Transportation and Engineering Management, as well as a number
of extended learning programs and courses.