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Caribbean Maritime University

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world rank  9636

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Overview

Founded in 1980, the Caribbean Maritime University is a for-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large city of Kingston (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Youth of Jamaica, Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational Jamaican higher education institution. Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 44-year-old Jamaican higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. CMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Caribbean Maritime University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Caribbean Maritime University's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

Caribbean Maritime University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Caribbean Maritime University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym CMU
Founded 1980
Motto Redefining maritime excellence through education, research, and innovation.
Colours Maroon, white and navy blue
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University Location

Address Palisadoes Park Norman Manley Highway; PO Box 8081
Kingston
Kingston
Jamaica
Caribbean Maritime University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Caribbean Maritime University Phone Number +1 (876) 924 8150
Caribbean Maritime University Fax Number +1 (876) 924 8158

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Caribbean Maritime University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Caribbean Maritime University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Caribbean Maritime University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Caribbean Maritime University.

Caribbean Maritime University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Caribbean Maritime University's admission information.

Caribbean Maritime University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Caribbean Maritime University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Caribbean Maritime University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Caribbean Maritime University's acceptance rate range is Not reported.


Caribbean Maritime University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Caribbean Maritime University's Admission Office Admission Office

Palisadoes Park Norman Manley Highway, P.O. Box 8081
Kingston
876-924-8150


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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Caribbean Maritime University.

Caribbean Maritime University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Caribbean Maritime University has an enrollment range of 5,000-5,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Caribbean Maritime University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).


Caribbean Maritime University's Control Type Control Type

Caribbean Maritime University is a public higher education institution.


Caribbean Maritime University's Entity Type Entity Type

Caribbean Maritime University is a for-profit higher education institution.


Caribbean Maritime University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Caribbean Maritime University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Caribbean Maritime University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Caribbean Maritime University's main facilities:


Caribbean Maritime University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Caribbean Maritime University's Library


Caribbean Maritime University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Caribbean Maritime University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Caribbean Maritime University's main services:


Caribbean Maritime University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Caribbean Maritime University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Caribbean Maritime University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Caribbean Maritime University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Caribbean Maritime University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Caribbean Maritime University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Caribbean Maritime University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education and Youth of Jamaica

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2004


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Caribbean Maritime University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • University Council of Jamaica
  • Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges, and Universities (ASIC UK)
  • Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT UK)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Caribbean Maritime University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, UK (CILT)
  • The Shipping Association of Jamaica Maritime Authority of Jamaica

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Twitter X (Twitter)

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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