Graduating from usmma is quite prestigious and recognize besides that who wouldn't want to study in new york city, fully sponsor. it really depends what u want and where do u see yrself in 10 years. i was told that normally those graduated from usmma would not sail for a long time, more to management side for the company. the shipping line is so wide that u can make allot of money from all aspect depending on what COC u are having.