Southern Maine Community College
About Southern Maine Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southern Maine Community College teaches on the water in South Portland, with a lighthouse on its campus, and is one of the few community colleges in the state with dormitories. Business and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1946
Location
South Portland, Maine
Students
5,675
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
28.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,156
Out-of-state: $7,036
Avg Net Price
$11,086
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,661
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
28.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
57.3%
Transfer Out
17%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
25.3%
$/Student
$6.5K
Class Size
Large
The 28.2% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,156
In-State
$7,036
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,974
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,531
After Financial Aid
$11,086
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,654
Receive Grants
29.6%
Take Loans
11.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $18,531/yr, including $10,974 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $11,086.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Southern Maine Community College fund their education.
While in School
29.6%
Get Grants
Free money
11.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$26,271
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,331
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$110/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,331, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Southern Maine Community College.
Gender
57%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,675
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
39.1%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
22.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 39.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
5,675
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Southern Maine Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 131 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
USCAA
United States Collegiate Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
131
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
70
Men
61
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Southern Maine Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,661
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
111 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$32K
109 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$68K
103 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$65K
45 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$39K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Graphic Communications
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37 grads
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $42K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.