Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
79.31%
SAT Average
1,130
ACT Range
23-26
University of Southern Maine Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 79.31%. This means approximately 793 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 4,245 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
79.31%
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 | $10,920 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $27,104 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $21,381 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $11,729 | State avg: $18,022. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 26.28% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 34.06% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Southern Maine Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$27,104
Room and board
$11,650
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$3,242
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$21,381
Average net price
$11,729
Average aid coverage
45%
$9,652 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Southern Maine pays approximately $11,729 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Maine average of $18,022 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Southern Maine?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Maine and national averages.
University of Southern Maine net price
$11,729
Maine average
$18,022
National average
$17,506
University of Southern Maine Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $27,104 and average net price at $11,729. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$27,104
Current net price
$11,729
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)
46.34%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$49,958
Undergraduates
4,245
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Southern Maine vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Southern Maine graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Southern Maine?
Undergraduates
4,245
Completion rate
46.34%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
26.28%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
34.06%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 26.28% of University of Southern Maine students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 34.06% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Southern 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 Southern Maine's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Southern 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 Southern Maine is listed at 96 Falmouth St, Portland, ME 04103. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Southern 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 Southern Maine | 79.31% | $27,104 | $11,729 | $49,958 |
| 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 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Portland schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Portland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Southern Maine's acceptance rate?
University of Southern Maine's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 79.31%.
How much is University of Southern Maine tuition?
University of Southern Maine's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $27,104.
What is University of Southern Maine's average net price?
University of Southern Maine's average net price in the local dataset is $11,729.
What is University of Southern Maine's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $49,958 for University of Southern Maine.
Is University of Southern Maine accredited?
University of Southern Maine's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend University of Southern Maine?
The local dataset lists 4,245 undergraduate students at University of Southern Maine.
What percentage of University of Southern Maine students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Southern Maine in the local dataset is 26.28%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Southern Maine?
The federal loan rate for University of Southern Maine in the local dataset is 34.06%.
Where should I verify University of Southern Maine data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Southern Maine or the latest official federal education data.