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University of Maine
Admission at University of Maine is close to open (96.6%), which shifts the homework to outcomes: check the $48,653 median earnings below before the application.
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University of Maine occupies suburban Orono, ME — a public campus quieter than a downtown one, closer to one than a rural seat. It carries a land-grant charter — the 1862 mandate that ties it to agricultural and practical education.
Its highest-earning path is Computer Engineering, where graduates median $104,785 four years out. 23.3% of undergraduates carry Pell grants — a plain read on who the campus actually serves. With 8,496 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 83.4% of first-years come back for a second year.
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Admissions
In the Fall 2023 cycle, University of Maine received 13,995 applications and admitted 13,395 (95.7%), with 1,868 enrolling.
Leave the SAT prep out of this one — test scores are disregarded entirely. University of Maine's 96.6% admission rate turned on grades and application strength.
How University of Maine compares
| University of Maine | Maine median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 96.6% | 81% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $13,326 | $23,304 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $48,653 | $48,653 | $53,781 |
Earnings data favors University of Maine: $48,653 median at year ten, versus $48,653 across Maine institutions.
Cost, size & completion
In-state students pay $13,326 in tuition; crossing a state border raises that to $36,756. For non-residents, University of Maine's $36,756 is the number to weigh against private options before assuming public means cheaper.
At 8,496 undergrads, University of Maine is a mid-sized campus by U.S. standards.
54.9% graduate within six years. Roughly 45% don't — ask a University of Maine tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Top majors by earnings at University of Maine
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Computer Engineering | $104,785 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | $100,593 |
| Computer Science | $99,413 |
| Chemical Engineering | $94,964 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians | $91,879 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | $90,940 |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | $89,454 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $85,064 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering | $80,059 |
| Civil Engineering | $78,989 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $77,494 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $75,004 |
| Marketing | $67,863 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $66,867 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $65,906 |
| Economics | $65,097 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies | $62,555 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $58,306 |
| Political Science and Government | $58,303 |
| Sociology | $58,217 |
| Biology, General | $57,185 |
| Food Science and Technology | $56,861 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $56,169 |
| Forestry | $56,124 |
| Journalism | $54,717 |
| History | $53,204 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | $52,584 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | $52,523 |
| Social Work | $51,470 |
| Animal Sciences | $50,825 |
| English Language and Literature, General | $50,825 |
| Psychology, General | $48,242 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | $47,421 |
| Marine Sciences | $46,292 |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management | $45,502 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $45,122 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $45,094 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | $44,893 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $44,876 |
| Zoology/Animal Biology | $36,078 |
Median earnings for these 40 University of Maine programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $48,653 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 35 additional University of Maine programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for University of Maine?
University of Maine doesn't look at test scores; its 96.6% admission rate turned on transcripts, coursework rigor and the application itself.
What is University of Maine's acceptance rate?
95.7% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 13,395 admitted from 13,995 applicants.
How much does University of Maine cost?
In-state tuition is $13,326; out-of-state students pay $36,756. Fees, housing and aid move the real total in both directions.
What do University of Maine graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $48,653 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Maine
- University of Maine at Fort Kent — 97.9% admitted
- University of Maine at Farmington — 96.7% admitted
- University of Maine at Presque Isle — 99.9% admitted
- University of New England — 91.6% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.