Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| 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 |
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 14,965 prospective students applied, and 14,435 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,317 enrolled in the school. 9,043 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,614 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $11,640 plus fees of $346. University of Maine is ranked 500 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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University of Maine is rated within the top 47% 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 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#500 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#157 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Colleges in Maine
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Maine
#341 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in Maine
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1060/1280 |
| ACT | 22/30 |
| GPA | 3.42 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Mar 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Maine Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $346 |
| Room and Board | $11,712 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,270 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,968 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $346 |
| Room and Board | $11,712 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,270 |
| Total One Year Cost | $48,568 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 11% |
| Business | 11% |
| Education | 10% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Health Professions | 6% |
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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.