Overview
Student Population
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Located in Portland, Maine, University of Southern Maine is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 4,996 prospective students applied, and 4,042 were granted admission. Of those admitted 893 enrolled in the school. 4,707 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,433 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $7,868 plus fees of $1,358. University of Southern Maine is ranked 751 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
University of Southern Maine is rated within the lower 42% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for University of Southern Maine within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#751 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#260 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in Maine
#2 in Best Public Colleges in Maine
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#24 in Best Value Colleges in Maine
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 950/1160 |
| ACT | 20/25 |
| GPA | 3.01 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
Maine Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $600 |
| Other Fees | $1,358 |
| Room and Board | $9,956 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $22,782 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $600 |
| Other Fees | $1,358 |
| Room and Board | $9,956 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,606 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 17% |
| Social Sciences | 17% |
| Business | 16% |
| Communication | 10% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=161554 IPEDS survey data for University of Southern Maine.
Current students may use the University of Southern Maine GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.