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About University of Maine

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University of Maine is a public research university in Orono, ME, known for its flagship maine university, high research activity, and open access admissions. With an acceptance rate of 94%, University of Maine is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,940 students each year. University of Maine is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1060–1280, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. University of Maine offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $8,411 per year; the sticker price of $48,568 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Maine acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

94%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1170
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.25 – 3.75 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1060 – 1280 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 21 – 30

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Maine

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Essay Strategy
UMaine rates essays as moderately important, so use your personal statement to connect your goals to specific programs at Orono, such as the Honors College, the School of Marine Sciences, or the College of Engineering. Admissions readers want to see that you have a genuine reason for choosing UMaine over other large state schools.
Application Strategy
Apply directly to the Honors College within your UMaine application if your GPA and coursework support it, because Honors students get priority course registration, research funding, and access to the dedicated Colvin Hall living and learning community in Orono.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Maine actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$49k/yr$12.6k
30k-48k~$49k/yr$13.3k
48k-75k~$49k/yr$14.6k
75k-110k~$49k/yr$18.5k
110k+~$49k/yr$22.0k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

56%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$43k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
8,933
Undergrad Enrollment
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