University of Maine

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

University of Maine Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

University of Maine 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	20.7%
Mean SAT Score	1172
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	28%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	4%
Waitlist	Yes

University of Maine Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Maine.

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

---

Want to Apply Early to University of Maine?

---

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

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

University of Maine accepts approximately 56% of early action applicants and 96% all applicants for all deadlines. Last year, University of Maine admitted 4,663 of the 8,34 who applied early action.

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

---

More on University of Maine Admissions

---

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

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Maine.

In 2021, University of Maine accepted 96% of students, around 13,836 from 14,344 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of 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 engineering, nursing programs is program extremely difficult.

Transferring to University of Maine

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

For Students Waitlisted to University of Maine

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

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

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 when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling 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 areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of Maine

What does University of Maine consider 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
Class Rank	Very Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

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

University of Maine 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview
Other Requirements			√
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

---

GPA and Testing

---

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

Students admitted to University of Maine have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 51.5% submitted a class rank. At University of Maine 20.7% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 46.5% were in the top 25% and 77.9% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	28.3%
3.75 and 3.99	9.7%
3.50 and 3.74	13.3%
3.25 and 3.49	9.7%
3.00 and 3.24	23.6%
2.50 and 2.9	9.1%
2.00 and 2.49	6.3%

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 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 considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

University of Maine is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 28% of University of Maine's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 4% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Maine?

To be competitive with other University of Maine applicants, you should aim to earn between 1080 and 1270 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Maine 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1270 and 25% of scored lower than 1080, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Maine student is 1172.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Maine students scored 630 or higher and 75% of students scored 540 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Maine students scored 650 or higher, and 75% scored a 540 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for University of Maine?

To be most competitive at University of Maine, you should strive to earn between 22 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Maine's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30, and three out of four students scored lower than 30 on the ACT.

A 22 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Maine students. Only one out of every four students scored below 22.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to University of Maine

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

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

---

University of Maine Admissions FAQs

---

Can I defer my acceptance to University of Maine?

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

Does University of Maine accept transfer credits?

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

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

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

✅ University of Maine accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

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

❌ No, University of Maine is test optional, so you can make the call if you want to to send your ACT or SAT scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Maine's acceptance rate?

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

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

❌ University of Maine does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at University of Maine?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at University of Maine was 56% in 2021.

Want To Learn More About University of Maine?

Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.

Overview

Student Life

Academics

Tuition & Aid

Visit the College Confidential forums to join the conversation about University of Maine

Explore other colleges in Maine or use the college admissions predictor to calculate your chances of getting into some of the top colleges and universities in the U.S.