Colleges in Maine
15 colleges in Maine, largest first. The most selective are Colby College, Bowdoin College, Bates College. The lowest average net prices are at University of Maine at Presque Isle ($10,972), University of Maine at Fort Kent ($11,167), University of Southern Maine ($14,927).
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of MaineOrono | 97% | — | $17,224 | 57% |
| University of Southern MainePortland | 79% | 990–1250 | $14,927 | 43% |
| Husson UniversityBangor | 81% | 1065–1275 | $22,146 | 60% |
| Colby CollegeWaterville | 7.1% | 1460–1550 | $19,835 | 87% |
| University of New EnglandBiddeford | 92% | — | $38,617 | 62% |
| University of Maine at Presque IslePresque Isle | 100% | — | $10,972 | 39% |
| Bowdoin CollegeBrunswick | 7.1% | 1470–1550 | $15,595 | 93% |
| Bates CollegeLewiston | 13% | 1420–1530 | $27,390 | 88% |
| University of Maine at FarmingtonFarmington | 97% | 995–1245 | $17,158 | 50% |
| Saint Joseph's College of MaineStandish | 84% | 960–1150 | $29,029 | 56% |
| Maine Maritime AcademyCastine | 54% | 1095–1260 | $21,078 | 58% |
| Thomas CollegeWaterville | 96% | — | $23,739 | 58% |
| University of Maine at Fort KentFort Kent | 98% | — | $11,167 | 35% |
| Maine College of Art & DesignPortland | 76% | — | $40,801 | 51% |
| College of the AtlanticBar Harbor | 70% | 1240–1430 | $24,465 | 73% |
Net price is what students receiving federal aid paid on average after grants and scholarships. Public colleges usually charge Maine residents less tuition. Data: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.