Is University of Maine worth it?
University of Maine is a public, four-year institution in Orono, Maine (small suburb). It awarded 2,643 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in management science, mechanical engineering and psychology.
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Federal context for University of Maine
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Median earnings 1 year after
$43,355
Median earnings 4 years after
$63,056
Median earnings 10 years after
$48,653
Average net price
$17,510
Completion rate
55%
Completions (2024)
2,643
Years to pay back
1.1 years
Students (undergrad)
8,496
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $45,950 | $66,867 | 117 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $50,655 | $67,863 | 109 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $69,687 | $85,064 | 107 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $77,737 | $77,494 | 107 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $38,924 | $45,122 | 88 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $34,123 | $48,242 | 82 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $35,764 | $56,169 | 77 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $52,876 | $75,004 | 74 |
| Social Work | Master's | $55,075 | $64,301 | 71 |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor's | $64,785 | $78,989 | 66 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Bachelor's | $30,983 | $44,893 | 64 |
| Chemical Engineering | Bachelor's | $78,838 | $94,964 | 55 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $34,029 | $57,185 | 54 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $37,192 | $58,306 | 51 |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management | Bachelor's | $27,636 | $45,502 | 50 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Management Science | Master's | 153 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 92 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 90 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 84 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 76 |
| Marine Sciences | Bachelor's | 67 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 67 |
| Finance, General | Bachelor's | 66 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 62 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 57 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 19% | 2,730 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 19% | 2,689 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 13% | 1,891 |
| Manufacturing | 9% | 1,232 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 983 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 930 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 758 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 722 |
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completion rate
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Sources: federal figures for University of Maine. 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