Known for health sciences — excellent value
University of Southern Maine is a public institution in Portland with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1130, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 4.2K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
46% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $49,958 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,729.
Established
1878
Motto
"The Joy and Power of Learning "
Mascot
Champ the Husky
Type
Public university
Conference
Little East Conference; wrestling competes as an
Division
Division III
79%Acceptance
1130SAT Avg
4,245Students
14:1Student:Faculty
46%Grad Rate
$49,958Earnings 10yr
$11,729Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate79.3%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1130
Reading & WritingMid: 570
505640
MathMid: 543
490640
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 22
2326
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$10,920
Tuition (out-of-state)$27,104
Room & Board$11,650
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$21,381
Average Net Price$11,729
Median Debt at Graduation$19,060
Monthly Payment (10yr)$202
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$7,226
$30–48K$8,330
$48–75K$10,828
$75–110K$14,704
$110K+$17,346
Programs (158)
Student Body
Undergrads
4,245
Gender Split
59% / 41%
Women / Men
First Generation
33%
Pell Grant Recipients
26%
Race & Ethnicity
White 76%
Black 8%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 3%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate46.3%
Freshman Retention75.6%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$47,107
8 Years$47,454
10 Years$49,958
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$41,100
Men
$49,400
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia