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ACCEPTANCE RATE

84.39%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

13:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

26

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$17,688

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Marine Biology Degree

The marine biology degree program at University of New England prepares students seeking a future in the field of biology pertaining to marine life, such as a marine mammalogist, ichthyologist, fishery biologist, and more. The marine biology degree program offers students a look at the ecology and behavior of microbes, plants, and animals that inhabit marine waters. Course instruction focuses on chemical, physical, and geological oceanography, marine paleoecology, ichthyology, as well as molecular, cellular, and biochemical studies of specific species, phyla, habitats, and ecosystems. Get more details below including other Maine colleges that offer marine biology degrees.

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University of New England (UMPI)

181 Main St, Presque Isle, ME

UNE is a nonprofit private university that has a large selection of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Biddeford, Maine, in a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at UNE is nearly 5,200 annually.

Areas of study available at UNE include but are not limited to:

  • Education
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Public Administration And Social Services

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 960 to 1160 on the SAT and between 21 to 26 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to University of New England. UNE has an admissions rate of 82% of which only 21% chose to attend.  For additional information about admissions, simply complete the form on this page or call UNE to learn more.

The cost of tuition is nearly $34,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Some students at University of New England may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The University of New England Nor'Easters participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
  • Golf (NCAA Division III)
  • Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students Enrolled in the Marine Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of New England has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree19
Master's Degree9

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male6
Female22

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian1
White27

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Marine Biology program at University of New England, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Molecular and Cellular Biologists

Description

Research and study cellular molecules and organelles to understand cell function and organization.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants UMPI accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, University of New England may provide student services like:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Work study style employment
  • Employment search assistance

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of New England is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball (Commonwealth Coast Conference)
  • Field Hockey
  • Football (Commonwealth Coast Conference)
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Other Sports