Description

The university is committed to developing and sustaining a multicultural and pluralistic educational community that encourages the full participation of all of its members. An attractive campus and quality cultural, social, recreational, and athletic programs are offered to complement and extend the learning environment.

At UMaine, you'll enjoy the world through 88 bachelor's degree programs, 64 master's degree programs, and 25 doctoral programs. Our library is ranked among the top in the country, we have one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious Honors College programs, and our students enjoy hands-on research, even at the undergraduate level.

Located in the town of Orono along the banks of the Stillwater River, the University of Maine offers a strong traditional education at an affordable price. You're in a great place here. UMaine is one of New England's premier universities. We help students create success stories—with a wide variety of programs and opportunities—and we do so with world-class faculty members, nationally recognized research; first-rate facilities; a friendly, safe atmosphere; and easy access to some of the best year-round recreation sites in the nation.

Quick Facts

Location

Northeast

Setting

Small Town Setting

Type

Public

Size

Large (5,000 to 10,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Black Bears

Website

www.umaine.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$9,626

Out-of-State Tuition

$24,776

Selectivity

Selective

Enrollment

11,745

Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
9,667
Freshman Class
2,082
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
11,745

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
82%
Graduate
18%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
95%
Part-Time
5%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
80%
Out-of-State
20%

Gender of Students

Women
50%
Men
50%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
1%
Asian
1%
Caucasian
79%
Other
19%

Students State Origin

Maine
80%
Massachusetts
6%
New Hampshire
2%
Connecticut
2%
New Jersey
1%
Other
9%

International Students

International
2%
Domestic
98%