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ACCEPTANCE RATE

90.24%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

15:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

70

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$9,297

Average 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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Civil Engineering Degree

The civil engineering program at University of Maine prepares students for careers with the private industry, consulting firms, and government agencies. The program focuses on applying mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development, and operational evaluation. Program courses include: engineering communication, civil engineering measurements, environmental engineering, reinforced concrete design, steel design, project design and construction management, fluid mechanics, and environmental safety measures. Get more details below including other Maine colleges that offer civil engineering degrees.

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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.

Students Enrolled in the Civil Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Maine has offered the following programs for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree55
Master's Degree8
Doctorate Degree3

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male45
Female21

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian1
Hispanic5
White52
Non Resident Alien4
Unknown4

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

Students who have completed the Civil Engineering program at University of Maine-Machias, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architectural and engineering managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Civil Engineers

Description

Perform engineering duties in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of building structures, and facilities, such as roads, railroads, airports, bridges, harbors, channels, dams, irrigation projects, pipelines, power plants, and water and sewage systems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, civil engineers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.4% from 2014 to 2024

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

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

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
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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

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