University of Maine at Machias

If you want to apply to University of Maine at Machias, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is August 15 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

University of Maine at Machias Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of University of Maine at Machias's admissions stats.

University of Maine at Machias 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	11%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are not considered
Waitlist	No

University of Maine at Machias Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Maine at Machias.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	December 15	––

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Applying Early to University of Maine at Machias?

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University of Maine at Machias does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 15.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Maine at Machias Admissions

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How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to University of Maine at Machias?

University of Maine at Machias is a moderately difficult school to get into. University of Maine at Machias has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.

In 2021, University of Maine at Machias accepted 96% of students, approximately 599 from 621 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of Maine at Machias, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Maine at Machias

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Maine at Machias

University of Maine at Machias has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of Maine at Machias Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Maine at Machias

Wondering what factors are considered by University of Maine at Machias during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Maine at Machias for more information on admission factors.

University of Maine at Machias 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Maine at Machias, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of Maine at Machias's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)		2.5	2
Interview		√
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1	2
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Maine at Machias?

Students admitted to University of Maine at Machias have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 59% submitted a class rank. At University of Maine at Machias 11% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 37% were in the top 25% and 69% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Maine at Machias, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	14.8%
3.75 and 3.99	4.1%
3.50 and 3.74	16.2%
3.25 and 3.49	12.2%
3.00 and 3.24	28.3%
2.50 and 2.9	12.2%
2.00 and 2.49	9.5%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Maine at Machias directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Maine at Machias does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

University of Maine at Machias does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to University of Maine at Machias

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Maine at Machias. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Maine at Machias during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of Maine at Machias Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Maine at Machias?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Maine at Machias.

Does University of Maine at Machias accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Maine at Machias accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Maine at Machias accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Maine at Machias?

✅ University of Maine at Machias is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

What is University of Maine at Machias's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Maine at Machias has an acceptance rate of 96%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Maine at Machias?

❌ University of Maine at Machias does not offer early decision.

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