University of New England
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of New England
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of New England is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Biddeford, Maine. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,863, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 89%. The university offers 42 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 61%, and a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Tuition and fees for students are $41,050.
Rankings
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- #2 Ranked in Best Colleges in Maine 2023
- #2 Ranked in Best Online Colleges in Maine
- #8 Ranked in 50 Best Graduate Nursing Schools in America
- #9 Ranked in Online Master's Degree Programs
- #9 Ranked in Online Master's Degree Programs
- #10 Ranked in Best Master's in Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*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 Percentile21-27
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1040-1230
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
7k
Students enrolled
45%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
74%
Unknown
8%
Black
5%
Hispanic
2%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
8%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
21% 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
21
Total Online Enrollment
2,943
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.45% online, 55% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
72% On-campus
28% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's53% online
Doctorate25% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $41,050 | $41,050 |
| Graduate | $31,415 | $31,415 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,500 |
| On-campus room and board | $16,740 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,900 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $13,500 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,700 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,700 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $62,190 | $62,190 |
| Off-campus without family | $58,750 | $58,750 |
| Off-campus with family | $47,250 | $47,250 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
22%
State Grant Aid
11%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
21%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$41k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Track Field Xcountry
- Field Hockey
- Other Sports
- Softball
- Swimming
- Track Field Outdoor
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 6 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 7 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 8 | History. | |||
| 9 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 10 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 11 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 12 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 13 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 14 | Psychology. | |||
| 15 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 16 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 17 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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