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University of Maine
Orono,
ME
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate94%
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About University of Maine
University of Maine is a public, state university in the town of Orono, Maine. University of Maine was founded in 1865. The college enrolls around 11,571 students per year, including 9,155 undergrads.
University of Maine Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into University of Maine. Around 94% of applicants get into University of Maine each year. Out of 14,447 applications received in 2022, 13,604 students were offered admission.
| University of Maine Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 94% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA Offered but % not available |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 26% |
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University of Maine is located in Orono, Maine,.
If you would like to see University of Maine for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 95 to Orono, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Bangor International.
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College Info
University of Maine Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Not available
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of Maine is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
University of Maine SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1080 - 1320
Math SAT Range
530 - 670
Reading SAT Range
550 - 670
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1320 and Above
Good
1080 to 1320
Avg
1080 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for University of Maine students is 1198. Applicants with SAT scores of 1320 and above have a good chance of being admitted to University of Maine, while applicants with SAT scores between 1080 to 1320 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1080 have a low chance of being offered a spot at University of Maine.
University of Maine Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$24,186
In State$45,786
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$11,640
$33,240
Fees
$496
$496
Housing
$12,050
$12,050
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at University of Maine is like? There are approximately 11,571 students enrolled at University of Maine, including 9,155 undergraduate students and 2,416 graduate students. 80% percent of students attend school full-time, 62% percent are from ME and 38% percent of students are from other states.
80%
Full Time19%
Part Time62%
In State38%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
11,571
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
94%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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