United States Naval Academy

United States Naval Academy is a mid-size public liberal arts college located in Annapolis, Maryland, with an undergraduate enrollment of 4,474. The curriculum is structured around a broad-based liberal arts and sciences education, emphasizing critical thinking, written communication, and interdisciplinary inquiry with close faculty-student engagement across small classes. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader Maryland postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 9% acceptance rate, admission is highly selective. With fewer than 1 in 10 applicants admitted, the institution ranks among the most competitive in the country for undergraduate admission. The 4-year graduation rate is 92%, 47 percentage points above the national average of 45%. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.