University of Southern Maine is a four-year, public school located in Portland, ME. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The U of Southern Maine's 2024 tuition & fees is $10,920 for Maine residents and $27,104 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 66% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,432.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 7,583 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).

U of Southern Maine's acceptance rate is 79.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 16.00%. The median SAT scores is 1120 and the ACT socre is 25.

U of Southern Maine ranked 10th in Maine Colleges rankings. University of Southern Maine is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of Southern Maine is $10,920 for in-state students and $27,104 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $9,594 for in-state students and $25,884 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,807 for Maine residents and $29,723 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,248 for Maine residents and $28,262 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$10,920$27,104
Graduate$9,594$25,884
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$11,807$29,723
Graduate$10,248$28,262

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »79.00% Acceptance Rate / 16.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,120 SAT / 25 ACT
Graduation Rate »41%
Transfer-out Rate29%
Retention Rate67%(full-time), 53% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio7.14% (14 to 1)
Student Population »7,583 (5,616 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$9,432

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

University of Southern Maine offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at U of Southern Maine
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

University of Southern Maine Directory Information

Address96 Falmouth St, Portland, ME 4103
Phone207-780-4141
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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