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University of Maine at Augusta

School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More

Augusta, ME

$7,350

Avg in-state tuition

$18,210

Avg out-of-state tuition

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About University of Maine at Augusta

School Type: Public

Status: Non-profit

Accreditation: Regional

Religious Affiliation: N/A While the student experience is largely unaffected at most schools with religious affiliations, some schools place more of an emphasis on religion. Learn how religious affiliations may impact students' experience.

Military Friendly: YesMilitary-friendly schools are Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges, offer the Yellow Ribbon Program, and have a dedicated point of contact to support veterans, military service members, and their families. Explore our college guide for service members and veterans to learn more.

The University of Maine at Augusta is a small public university located on a rural campus in Augusta, Maine. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,374, and admissions are selective. The university offers 23 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 16%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $7,350, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $18,210.

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Admissions Breakdown

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Acceptance Rate Insight

Information not available

Retention Rate Insight

65% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.

Graduation Rate Insight

16% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.

Application Considerations

Test scores --

High school transcript --

High school rank --

Letter of recommendation --

High school GPA --

Open admission Yes

Completion of college prep program --

Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) --

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment Yes

Credit for qualified life experience* Yes

Advance placement (AP) credits Yes

*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.

SAT & ACT

ACT 25th-75th Percentile Currently Unavailable

SAT 25th-75th Percentile Currently Unavailable

Learning Environment

Student Body Stats

This school has a student body of fewer than 5,000 students.

Learn more about how we determine school awards

4k

Students enrolled

79%

Online student enrollment

16:1

Student to faculty ratio

Ways Students Can Learn

Online Check Bold
On-campus Check Bold
Hybrid The program is a combination of on-campus and online learning and varies per program. Check Bold
International Online classes are available for students around the world. Check Bold

Demographics

White

80%

Unknown

6%

Hispanic

4%

Two or more races

4%

Black

3%

Non-U.S. Citizen

1%

Asian

1%

American Indian/Alaska Native

1%

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0%

Female student population

68%

Socio-economic diversity

47% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

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Online Programs

Offers Online Programs

Yes

Online Programs

49

Total Online Enrollment

3,501

Student Location Breakout

Percent of Programs Online

31% On-campus

69% Online

Types of Online Programs Offered

Certificates Check Bold 68% online

Associate Check Bold 73% online

Bachelor's Check Bold 65% online

Graduate Certificate Check Bold 100% online

Master's Check Bold 100% online

Doctorate X Bold Not offered

Student Charges

Tuition and Required Fees

Student Level In-state Out-of-state
Undergraduate $7,350 $18,210
Graduate $7,776 $9,972

Cost of Undergraduate Attendance

Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.

Costs to Consider Price
Books and supplies $1,200
On-campus room and board $8,200
On-campus other expenses $3,600
Off-campus (not with family) room and board $8,200
Off-campus (not with family) other expenses $3,600
Off-campus (with family) other expenses $3,600

Total Undergraduate Cost

Total cost by category In-state Out-of-state
On-campus $20,350 $31,210
Off-campus without family $20,350 $31,210
Off-campus with family $12,150 $23,010

Financial Breakdown

Students Receiving Aid

Federal Grant Aid

83%

State Grant Aid

41%

Institution Grant Aid

92%

Pell Grant

47%

Average Aid Awarded

Federal Grant Aid $3,177
State Grant Aid $1,362
Institution Grant Aid $4,089
Pell Grant Aid $4,339

Financial Outlook

$23k

Average student debt after graduation

$26k

Average salary 6 years after starting school

Varsity Athletic Teams

USCAA

of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.

Participation

Men Women
  • Golf
  • Track Field Outdoor
  • Track Field Xcountry
  • Basketball

Degrees Awarded by Program

Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.

1

Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields

BA

MA

DOC

2

Architecture And Related Services

BA

MA

DOC

3

Biological And Biomedical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

4

Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

5

Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

6

English Language And Literature/Letters

BA

MA

DOC

7

Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

8

Health Professions And Related Programs

BA

MA

DOC

9

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services

BA

MA

DOC

10

Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities

BA

MA

DOC

11

Library Science

BA

MA

DOC

12

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

BA

MA

DOC

13

Public Administration And Social Service Professions

BA

MA

DOC

14

Security And Protective Services

BA

MA

DOC

15

Social Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

16

Transportation And Materials Moving

BA

MA

DOC

17

Visual And Performing Arts

BA

MA

DOC

Resource

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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.