Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
95.71%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
University of Maine Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 95.71%. This means approximately 957 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 8,341 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
95.71%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $12,606 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $35,346 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $26,418 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $18,045 | State avg: $18,022. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 21.96% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 42.84% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Maine Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$35,346
Room and board
$12,696
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$2,270
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$26,418
Average net price
$18,045
Average aid coverage
32%
$8,373 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Maine pays approximately $18,045 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Maine average of $18,022 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Maine?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Maine and national averages.
University of Maine net price
$18,045
Maine average
$18,022
National average
$17,506
University of Maine Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $35,346 and average net price at $18,045. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$35,346
Current net price
$18,045
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
56.43%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$48,653
Undergraduates
8,341
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Maine vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Maine graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Maine?
Undergraduates
8,341
Completion rate
56.43%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
21.96%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
42.84%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 21.96% of University of Maine students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 42.84% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Maine
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Maine's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Maine lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Maine is listed at 168 College Avenue, Orono, ME 04469. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Maine with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maine | 95.71% | $35,346 | $18,045 | $48,653 |
| Maine Maritime Academy | 61.40% | $30,226 | $21,185 | $89,964 |
| Bowdoin College | 8.02% | $64,910 | $20,786 | $82,735 |
| Colby College | 6.83% | $66,600 | $23,939 | $80,490 |
| Maine College of Health Professions | 33.33% | $17,827 | $20,438 | $79,840 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Maine's acceptance rate?
University of Maine's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 95.71%.
How much is University of Maine tuition?
University of Maine's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $35,346.
What is University of Maine's average net price?
University of Maine's average net price in the local dataset is $18,045.
What is University of Maine's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $48,653 for University of Maine.
Is University of Maine accredited?
University of Maine's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend University of Maine?
The local dataset lists 8,341 undergraduate students at University of Maine.
What percentage of University of Maine students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Maine in the local dataset is 21.96%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Maine?
The federal loan rate for University of Maine in the local dataset is 42.84%.
Where should I verify University of Maine data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Maine or the latest official federal education data.