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University of Maine at Presque Isle

Presque Isle, ME 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate100%

University of Maine at Presque Isle Admissions

University of Maine at Presque Isle is not difficult to get into. Around 100% of applicants get into University of Maine at Presque Isle each year. Last year, 800 students applied to University of Maine at Presque Isle and 799 were admitted.

If you are considering submitting an application to University of Maine at Presque Isle, the application fee costs $40.

University of Maine at Presque Isle Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of Maine at Presque Isle's admissions stats.

University of Maine at Presque Isle 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.0
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 8%
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 20%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 2%
Waitlist No

University of Maine at Presque Isle Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Maine at Presque Isle.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No

Considering Applying Early to University of Maine at Presque Isle?


University of Maine at Presque Isle does not offer early decision or early action.

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


More on University of Maine at Presque Isle Admissions


Transferring to University of Maine at Presque Isle

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Maine at Presque Isle

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Maine at Presque Isle?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. 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 prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Maine at Presque Isle

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of Maine at Presque Isle 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
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Application Essay Important
Recommendation(s) Important
Academic GPA Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Character/Personal Qualities Considered
Class Rank Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Interview Considered
Standardized Test Scores 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 Maine at Presque Isle for more information on admission factors.

University of Maine at Presque Isle 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)
Interview
Letter(s) of Recommendation
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

GPA and Testing


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

Students admitted to University of Maine at Presque Isle have an average unweighted GPA of 3.0.

Out of all students that were admitted, 74% submitted a class rank. At University of Maine at Presque Isle 8% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 22% were in the top 25% and 60% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 10%
3.75 and 3.99 11%
3.50 and 3.74 8%
3.25 and 3.49 8%
3.00 and 3.24 30%
2.50 and 2.9 10%
2.00 and 2.49 22%

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 Presque Isle directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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 Presque Isle is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 20% of University of Maine at Presque Isle's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 2% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Maine at Presque Isle?

To be competitive with other University of Maine at Presque Isle applicants, you should strive to score between 840 and 1140 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Maine at Presque Isle 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1140 and 25% of scored lower than 840, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Maine at Presque Isle students scored 560 or higher and 75% of students scored 450 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Maine at Presque Isle students scored 580 or higher, and 75% scored a 450 or higher.

More Information on Transferring to University of Maine at Presque Isle

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to University of Maine at Presque Isle. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term


University of Maine at Presque Isle Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to University of Maine at Presque Isle?

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

Does University of Maine at Presque Isle accept transfer credits?

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

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

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

✅ University of Maine at Presque Isle accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

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

❌ No, University of Maine at Presque Isle is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is University of Maine at Presque Isle's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Maine at Presque Isle is 100%.

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

❌ University of Maine at Presque Isle does not offer early decision.

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Admission Difficulty

Less Selective

100%

How hard is it to get into University of Maine at Presque Isle? University of Maine at Presque Isle is a less selective institution. The University of Maine at Presque Isle acceptance rate is 100%. This means that the institution accepts 99 out of every 100 applicants.

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University of Maine at Presque Isle Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of Maine at Presque Isle is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to University of Maine at Presque Isle is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

University of Maine at Presque Isle SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

840 - 1140

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Math SAT Range

430 - 560

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Reading SAT Range

450 - 580

University of Maine at Presque Isle GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.0

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At University of Maine at Presque Isle, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.0. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,590

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

100%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$9,035

Out-of-State

$14,345

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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