Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer at Clatsop Community College in Astoria, OR

Transportation & Materials Moving CERTIFICATE CIP 49.0309

Total Graduates

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

50%

1 of 2

Female Graduates

50%

1 of 2

Annual Tuition & Fees

$5,110

In-state, incl. fees

How to read these numbers

Total Graduates counts the students who completed the Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer. credential during the 2025 academic year, not those currently enrolled or applied. Programs of this size can be excellent — often with closer faculty contact — but the small cohort means year-over-year completion counts can swing significantly. The gender split is based on completers in this single award year and can shift meaningfully year to year — especially in smaller cohorts — so read the percentages as a recent snapshot rather than a fixed property of the program. The $5,110 figure is the published annual tuition and required fees — what the school officially charges before financial aid. Most students pay less once federal Pell grants, state aid, and institutional scholarships are applied, so treat this as a starting point rather than an expected out-of-pocket cost. Because every accredited college reports the same fields to IPEDS each year, you can compare Clatsop Community College's figures against similar programs at other schools on a like-for-like basis.

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer.

Degree Level CERTIFICATE

CIP Code 49.0309

Program Family Transportation & Materials Moving

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 2 graduates

Award Year 2025

Gender Distribution 50% male, 50% female

License Requirements for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Oregon

Working in this field in Oregon may require a state license, depending on the role and how you practice. Check the requirements below before enrolling — license rules shape how much schooling and on-the-job experience you'll need.

Pilot, River Or Bar
Board of Maritime Pilots
Maritime Pilot Trainee
Board of Maritime Pilots
Maritime Pilot Apprentice Trainee
Board of Maritime Pilots

Source: CareerOneStop License Finder, U.S. Department of Labor. License requirements change — always verify with the issuing agency before enrolling in a program.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

🎯

Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels

Average Starting Salary

$85,540

10-Year Job Growth

+0.5%

Career Readiness Score

70/100

100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title	Starting Salary	Growth Rate	Skill Match	Mapping
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels SOC: 53-5021	$68,432	+0.5%	75%	primary100% confidence
Motorboat Operators SOC: 53-5022	$41,504	+1.4%	75%	primary100% confidence
Ship Engineers SOC: 53-5031	$81,056	+1.6%	75%	primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$64,155

Peak Salary

$106,925

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (3)

● Operation and Control

● Monitoring

● Speaking

ℹ Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

School Name Clatsop Community College

Location Astoria, OR

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $5,110

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $9,610

Average Net Price $12,396

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Program Information

CIP Code: 49.0309

CIP Family: 49

IPEDS ID: