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FINANCIAL AID RATE

94%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

16:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

60

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$5,558

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Social Science Degree

Social Science is a field of study focused society and the associated relationships between people. The primary sub-disciplines include: Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Geography, Anthropology, Archaeology, History, and Linguistics. Get more details below including other Maine colleges that offer social science degrees.

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University of Maine at Augusta (UMA)

286 River Rd, Arundel, ME

University of Maine at Augusta, a public institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Augusta, ME, the school resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Enrollment at UMA exceeds five thousand yearly.

Areas of study available at UMA include:

  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Science Technology

The school has an open enrollment policy, admitting all students that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and letters of recommendations may be needed for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found at uma.edu.

The tuition at University of Maine at Augusta varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $8,200 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $18,000 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Students may visit the school's www.uma.edu/ to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Social Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Maine at Augusta offers a bachelor's degree program in social science.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male0
Female7

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
White6
Multiple Races1

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 Social Science program at UMA, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Transportation Planners

Description

Prepare studies for proposed transportation projects. Gather, compile, and analyze data. Study the use and operation of transportation systems. Develop transportation models or simulations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, transportation planners employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -2.0% from 2014 to 2024

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 students University of Maine at Augusta accepts. The details may include 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 Maine at Augusta may provide services to students including:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of Maine at Augusta is a Member of National Small College Athletic Association (NSCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the USCAA classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball
  • Golf
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Bowling