Overview
Student Population
| Location | Orono, Maine |
| Online | umaine.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in Orono, Maine, University of Maine is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 13,118 prospective students applied, and 11,838 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,140 enrolled in the school. 8,929 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,475 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $9,000 plus fees of $2,438. University of Maine is ranked 537 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
University of Maine is rated within the top 48% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for University of Maine within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#537 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#166 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in Maine
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Maine
#475 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in Maine
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1050/1260 |
| ACT | 21/27 |
| GPA | 3.22 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Mar 1, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Maine Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $2,438 |
| Room and Board | $10,966 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,604 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $2,438 |
| Room and Board | $10,966 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $45,914 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 11% |
| Engineering | 11% |
| Education | 10% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Health Professions | 6% |
Other Colleges to Consider
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=161253 IPEDS survey data for University of Maine.
Current students may use the University of Maine GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.