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University of New England
Admission at University of New England is close to open (91.6%), which shifts the homework to outcomes: check the $55,921 median earnings below before the application.
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University of New England occupies suburban Biddeford, ME — a private campus quieter than a downtown one, closer to one than a rural seat. The university runs its own medical system, which colors both its budget and its biggest programs.
Its highest-earning path is Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, where graduates median $84,986 four years out. 11.8% of undergraduates carry Pell grants — a plain read on who the campus actually serves. With 2,135 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 79.4% of first-years come back for a second year.
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Admissions
In the Fall 2023 cycle, University of New England received 5,091 applications and admitted 4,523 (88.8%), with 589 enrolling.
Leave the SAT prep out of this one — test scores are disregarded entirely. University of New England's 91.6% admission rate turned on grades and application strength.
How University of New England compares
| University of New England | Maine median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 91.6% | 81% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $44,210 | $23,304 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $55,921 | $48,653 | $53,781 |
Earnings data favors University of New England: $55,921 median at year ten, versus $48,653 across Maine institutions.
Cost, size & completion
Tuition runs $44,210 regardless of where you're from. At University of New England, that sticker is a starting point for aid talks — not what the median family pays.
At 2,135 undergrads, University of New England is a mid-sized campus by U.S. standards.
68.3% graduate within six years. Roughly 32% don't — ask a University of New England tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Top majors by earnings at University of New England
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $84,986 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | $74,504 |
| Biology, General | $70,283 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | $69,190 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | $62,614 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $61,240 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $57,272 |
| Psychology, General | $55,085 |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology | $48,592 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | $48,309 |
| Zoology/Animal Biology | $42,941 |
Median earnings for these 11 University of New England programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $55,921 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 29 additional University of New England programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for University of New England?
University of New England doesn't look at test scores; its 91.6% admission rate turned on transcripts, coursework rigor and the application itself.
What is University of New England's acceptance rate?
88.8% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 4,523 admitted from 5,091 applicants.
How much does University of New England cost?
At University of New England, published tuition is $44,210 — net price after aid usually comes in lower. That number is University of New England's ceiling, not a quote.
What do University of New England graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $55,921 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Maine
- Thomas College — 96.3% admitted
- University of Maine at Presque Isle — 99.9% admitted
- University of Maine — 96.6% admitted
- University of Maine at Fort Kent — 97.9% 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.