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University of Maine at Augusta

UMA

Augusta, Maine 04330-9410

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

Campus Vibe

College town

Known for health sciences — excellent value

University of Maine at Augusta is a public institution in Augusta with particular strength in health sciences and business.

A mid-sized campus of 2.8K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

23% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $40,342 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,353.

Established
1965
Mascot
Augustus the Moose
Type
Public college

Plan Your Visit

Acceptance
SAT Avg
2,759Students
15:1Student:Faculty
23%Grad Rate
$40,342Earnings 10yr
$11,353Net Price

Admissions

Test-RequiredTracks InterestOn-Campus Interviews

Application Platforms

University of Maine System Application

Regular Decision

Rolling

Financial Aid

Merit Scholarships

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$8,618
Tuition (out-of-state)$21,548
Room & Board$8,700
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$18,813
Average Net Price$11,353
Median Debt at Graduation$22,734
Monthly Payment (10yr)$241

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$10,744
$30–48K$10,167
$48–75K$11,676
$75–110K$13,470
$110K+$14,913

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

72.0%

Median Debt at Grad

$13,215

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

18

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

6

Drug Arrests

4

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Academics

Semester
Majors
30
Avg class size
15
Student-faculty ratio
12:1

Programs (62)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

63%

Below Average

Campus Life

USCAAUnited States Collegiate Athletic AssociationGreek Life

Housing & Residential Life

Commuter campus - limited housing

Housing Styles

Limited on-campus housing available

Dining

Student Body

Undergrads
2,759
Gender Split
68% / 32%
Women / Men
First Generation
51%
Pell Grant Recipients
32%

Race & Ethnicity

White 81%
Black 4%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate23.3%
Freshman Retention62.6%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$36,467
10 Years$40,342

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Moose

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History & Fun Facts

  • History The University of Maine at Augusta was established in 1965 by an act of the 102nd Maine Legislature as a continuing education division of the University of Maine.
  • In September, 1967, it was approved as a campus of the University of Maine and began offering day and evening classes.
  • In 1971, it became a separate campus in the University of Maine system.
  • In 1995, the University of Maine System Board of Trustees added University College of Bangor (UCB) to UMA.
  • Szakas (interim) Jenifer Cushman (2023-present) ^ "A Brief History of UMA".

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

98Average

Estimated from ME state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 60"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675K
151 mi(262 min)
New Yorkpop. 8.3M
330 mi(572 min)
Philadelphiapop. 1.6M
409 mi(709 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

PWM Portland Jetport54 mi
MHT Manchester-Boston127 mi
BOS Boston Logan149 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA151 mi · ~4h 22m drive
New York, NY330 mi · ~9h 32m drive
Hartford, CT229 mi · ~6h 37m drive
Providence, RI192 mi · ~5h 33m drive
Albany, NY230 mi · ~6h 39m drive
Syracuse, NY329 mi · ~9h 30m drive
Rochester, NY398 mi · ~11h 30m drive
Buffalo, NY465 mi · ~13h 26m drive
Philadelphia, PA409 mi · ~11h 49m drive
Pittsburgh, PA585 mi · ~16h 54m drive
Harrisburg, PA458 mi · ~13h 14m drive
Newark, NJ334 mi · ~9h 39m drive
Trenton, NJ381 mi · ~11h drive
Northern (cold winters, cool summers)

Visit Planning

Nearby Attractions

Maine State House

Historic capitol building with tours available

Viles Arboretum

224-acre botanical garden and nature preserve

Old Fort Western

Historic 1754 fort and museum

Transfer Admission

Minimum credits
12 semester hours

International Students

Deadline Calendar

University of Maine at Augusta Application Checklist

Decision Notifications