University of Southern Maine

University of Southern Maine is moderately difficult to get into. Around 85% of applicants get into University of Southern Maine each year. Last year, 5,544 students applied to University of Southern Maine and 4,736 were admitted.

If you are thinking about applying to University of Southern Maine, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

University of Southern Maine Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of Southern Maine's admissions stats.

University of Southern Maine 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	11.32%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	No

University of Southern Maine Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Southern Maine.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	December 1	January 15

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Want to Apply Early to University of Southern Maine?

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University of Southern Maine does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. University of Southern Maine will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 15.

Some students apply early to help their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of being admitted, since it is a way to show your interest in a school.

➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Southern Maine Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to University of Southern Maine?

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Southern Maine. University of Southern Maine evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, University of Southern Maine accepted 85% of all applicants, approximately 4,736 from 5,544 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of Southern Maine, 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. Admissions to nursing, computer science, engineering, sports medicine, business programs is program very difficult.

Transferring to University of Southern Maine

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Southern Maine

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

What Does University of Southern Maine Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider 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 choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Southern Maine

Wondering what factors are considered by University of Southern Maine 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
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

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

University of Southern Maine 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	√	√	–
Other Requirements	–	–	√	audition for music majors
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	1	–	–
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 Southern Maine?

Students admitted to University of Southern Maine have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 49.4% submitted a class rank. At University of Southern Maine 11.32% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 41.24% were in the top 25% and 78.98% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	15.22%
3.75 and 3.99	6.93%
3.50 and 3.74	21.33%
3.25 and 3.49	19.43%
3.00 and 3.24	18.07%
2.50 and 2.9	11.14%
2.00 and 2.49	7.88%

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 Southern Maine 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 Southern Maine is not test optional. 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 Southern Maine

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Southern Maine.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is February 15. Applicants should hear back by January 1.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Southern Maine Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Southern Maine?

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

Does University of Southern Maine accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Southern Maine accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does University of Southern Maine accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Southern Maine accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Southern Maine?

✅ University of Southern Maine is not test optional.

What is University of Southern Maine's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Southern Maine has an acceptance rate of 85%.

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

❌ University of Southern Maine does not offer early decision.

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