Is Maine College of Art & Design worth it?
Maine College of Art & Design is a private nonprofit, four-year institution in Portland, Maine (small city). It awarded 125 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in animation, interactive technology, video graphics; illustration; and journalism.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$25,999
Median earnings 4 years after
$40,550
Median earnings 10 years after
$40,778
Average net price
$38,338
Completion rate
52%
Completions (2024)
125
Years to pay back
3.8 years
Students (undergrad)
415
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design and Applied Arts | Bachelor's | $29,001 | $39,443 | 52 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Bachelor's | $24,555 | $34,720 | 41 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Master's | $29,954 | $49,053 | 26 |
| Journalism | Graduate certificate | N/A | $63,479 | N/A |
| Graphic Communications | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Master's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Crafts/Craft Design, Folk Art and Artisanry | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | Bachelor's | N/A | $41,600 | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects | Bachelor's | 20 |
| Illustration | Bachelor's | 17 |
| Journalism, Other | Post-bacc certificate | 16 |
| Fine/Studio Arts, General | Master's | 12 |
| Art Teacher Education | Master's | 11 |
| Photography | Bachelor's | 10 |
| Painting | Bachelor's | 10 |
| Graphic Design | Bachelor's | 8 |
| Fashion/Apparel Design | Bachelor's | 6 |
| Sculpture | Bachelor's | 6 |
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Sources: federal figures for Maine College of Art & Design. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Maine. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page