University of Maine at Fort Kent
About University of Maine at Fort Kent
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
University of Maine at Fort Kent is a public university in Fort Kent, ME. It has a 99.2% acceptance rate with in-state tuition of $8,805 per year, serving approximately 650 students.
Founded
1878
Location
Fort Kent, Maine
Students
697
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
97.9%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
39.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$9,420
Out-of-state: $14,880
Avg Net Price
$7,482
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$51,077
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 Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of Maine at Fort Kent accepts the majority of applicants at 97.9%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
39.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
89.3%
4-Year Grad
25%
6-Year Grad
42%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
52%
$/Student
$9.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 25% graduation rate is below average, but 89.3% 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
$9,420
In-State
$14,880
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,546
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,703
After Financial Aid
$7,482
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,163
Receive Grants
15%
Take Loans
17.5%
The full cost of attendance is about $18,703/yr for in-state students, including $9,546 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $7,482. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $14,880.
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 Fort Kent fund their education.
While in School
15%
Get Grants
Free money
17.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$36,734
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,160
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$214/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 17.5% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $20,160. 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 Fort Kent.
Gender
73%
Female
27%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
599
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
98
Graduates
42.9%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
27%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 73% of the student body. 42.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 12.9% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
599
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
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 Fort Kent fields 4 varsity teams with 94 student athletes, about 16% of the student body.
Division
USCAA
United States Collegiate Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
94
16% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
49% / 51%
46
Men
48
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Maine at Fort Kentearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$51,077
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$72K
158 grads
1yr Earnings
Behavioral Sciences
—
14 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
13 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
7 grads
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
4 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
4 grads
Graduates earn about $61K six years out, growing to $51K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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