University of Maine at Presque Isle

University of Maine at Presque Isle is a public, state school in a small town setting in Presque Isle, Maine. University of Maine at Presque Isle was founded in 1903 and enrolls 1,469 undergrads and no graduate students. University of Maine at Presque Isle provides on-campus housing for up to 380 students. Most students live in off campus housing, and 50% of students spend their weekends on campus .

There are many ways for students to get involved at University of Maine at Presque Isle! Love music or performing?

Interested in journalism or communications? University of Maine at Presque Isle students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Thinking of pledging? University of Maine at Presque Isle has fraternities and sororities.

Planning to play sports? University of Maine at Presque Isle has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at University of Maine at Presque Isle on the Student Life page.

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2021 University of Maine at Presque Isle Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	99%
Average GPA	3.0
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	72%
In-State Tuition	$7,350
Out-of-State	$11,760
Percent of Need Met	77%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$11,063

Is University of Maine at Presque Isle a Good School?

Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how selective an institution is, but they don't tell you how happy or successful students are. However, there are a few good ways to get a better sense how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its student body.

Let's take a look at each of these factors to get a better idea of what University of Maine at Presque Isle offers and if it sounds like a good fit for you.

University of Maine at Presque Isle Acceptance Rate 2021

It is slightly difficult to get into University of Maine at Presque Isle. The acceptance rate at University of Maine at Presque Isle is 99%. Last year, 700 students applied to University of Maine at Presque Isle and 693 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at University of Maine at Presque Isle

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

About 71% of students who start at University of Maine at Presque Isle return for their second year of college. Around 34% of students who started at University of Maine at Presque Isle earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for University of Maine at Presque Isle Grads

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

University of Maine at Presque Isle's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students. As of 2021, the total market value of the school endowment was $1.3 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. For each full-time student, University of Maine at Presque Isle spends about $8,342 a year.

Tuition and Financial Aid at University of Maine at Presque Isle

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. University of Maine at Presque Isle meets 77% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend University of Maine at Presque Isle full-time are awarded $11,063 a year in financial aid, on average.

Graduates in the class of 2021 had an average of $21,148 in student loans per borrower. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at University of Maine at Presque Isle. Based on this information, how does University of Maine at Presque Isle sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for someone else! So ask yourself: Is University of Maine at Presque Isle a good school for you?

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Where is University of Maine at Presque Isle Located?

University of Maine at Presque Isle is located in the small town setting of Presque Isle, Maine.

If you want to see University of Maine at Presque Isle for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take I-95 to Presque Isle, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Northern Maine Regional.

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