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- FAFSA School Code: 002053
- Phone: (207) 255-1200
- School Homepage
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
90.24%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
70FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,297Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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University of Maine
Also known as University of Maine-Machias
116 O'Brien Ave, Machias, ME
UMaine provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Orono, ME and publically funded. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Maine. Enrollment at University of Maine is nearly 12,000 per year.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs University of Maine offers:
- Psychology
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Engineering
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then studied by admissions staff. The most common test scores among applicants admitted to this school are within the range of 21 to 27 for the ACT exam, or 1430 to 1770 for the SAT exam. 78% of students that apply are admitted to University of Maine, of which 32% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at umaine.edu.
The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $12,000 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $29,000 for the year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $5,000. Students attending UMaine may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.
The UMaine Black Bears participate in a number of athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AA)
Students can visit the University of Maine website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants University of Maine-Machias accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
University of Maine has a total student population of about 11,000, with undergraduate students making up about 82% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $17,000. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $9,000-$11,000
- Out-of-State: $29,000-$35,170
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $300-$360 per unit
- Out-of-State: $980-$1,200 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $9,754 |
Receiving Student Loans | 66% | $9,114 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, University of Maine may provide services to students including:- Online course work available
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Dietetics Program
- English Language Program
- Law Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Maine is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (America East)
- Basketball (America East)
- Track and Field (America East)
- Field Hockey
- Football (Colonial Athletic Association)
- Ice Hockey
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of Maine by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Animal Science (B, M)
- Food Science (B, D, M)
- Horticulture (B)
- Agriculture (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D)
- Zoology (B, M)
- Microbiology (B, D)
- Biochemistry (B, M)
- Biomedical Science (D)
- Botany (B)
- Entomology (M)
- Wildlife Biology (M)
- Marine Biology
Business and Marketing Studies
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Business Administration (B, C, M)
- Finance (B)
- Accounting (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B, M)
- Multimedia (B, C)
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
- Physical Education (B, M)
- Elementary Education (B)
- Secondary Education (B, M)
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist (C, M)
- Special Education (C, M)
- Curriculum and Instruction (C, M)
- Higher Education Administration (M)
- Science Teacher (M)
- Education (B, D)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (D, M)
- Guidance Counselor (C)
- Early Childhood Education (C)
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, M)
- Biomedical Engineering (B, D)
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Women's Studies (B)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Family Studies (B, M)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Nursing Education (C)
- Medical Technology (B)
History
- History (B, D, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Science (B, D, M)
- Forestry (B, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B, M)
- International Relations (B)
- Anthropology (B, D, M)
- Sociology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music (B)
- Art History (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of Maine.
- University of Maine at Machias in Fort Kent, ME (64 miles away)
- University of Maine at Augusta in Arundel, ME (76 miles away)
- University of Maine at Presque Isle in Castine, ME (114 miles away)
- University of Southern Maine in South Portland, ME (127 miles away)
- University of Maine at Fort Kent in Farmington, ME (150 miles away)
Also, you can compare schools by looking through our list of colleges & universities:
- Get a list of all the colleges in Maine
- Review a list of Maine state universities
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002053
- Phone: (207) 255-1200
- School Homepage