University of Maine at Farmington
About University of Maine at Farmington
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
University of Maine at Farmington is a public university in Farmington, ME. It has a 94.2% acceptance rate with in-state tuition of $9,890 per year, serving approximately 1,217 students.
Founded
1864
Location
Farmington, Maine
Students
1,563
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
96.7%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
51.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$11,308
Out-of-state: $23,878
Avg Net Price
$16,857
After financial aid
SAT Average
1130
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$44,433
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of Maine at Farmington accepts the majority of applicants at 96.7%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1130/ 1600
ACT Scores
24/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
51.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
72.8%
4-Year Grad
42%
6-Year Grad
55%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
68.1%
$/Student
$14.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 42% graduation rate is below average, but 72.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$11,308
In-State
$23,878
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,310
Books & Supplies
$960
Total Cost of Attendance
$25,822
After Financial Aid
$16,857
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,301
Receive Grants
30.2%
Take Loans
39%
The full cost of attendance is about $25,822/yr for in-state students, including $11,310 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $16,857. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $23,878.
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 University of Maine at Farmington fund their education.
While in School
30.2%
Get Grants
Free money
39%
Take Loans
Must repay
$53,596
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,499
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$260/mo
Monthly Payment
0.2%
LowDefault Rate
Only 39% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $24,499. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Maine at Farmington.
Gender
64.5%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,140
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
423
Graduates
32.4%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
7.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 32.4% 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
Rural: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,140
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Maine at Farmington fields 11 varsity teams with 308 student athletes, about 27% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
North Atlantic
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
308
27% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
164
Men
144
Women
8
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Maine at Farmingtonearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,433
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$39K
83 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$31K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
—
16 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$30K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
$40K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Special Education and Teaching
$39K
12 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $32K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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