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Public, 4-Year
Augusta, ME

University of Maine at Augusta

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in ME. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$8,618

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

23.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$40,342

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Maine at Augusta is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Augusta, ME. With a competitive tuition profile of $8,618, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 23.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$34,472

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

3.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$10,342

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$68,948

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$172,368

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 23%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Maine at Augusta is $22,734.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
68.4%
31.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
81.1%
Hispanic
4.9%
Two or more
4.3%
Black
3.6%
Unknown
3.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.2%
Asian
0.8%
International
0.7%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$8,618

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$10,744
$30k - $48k$10,167
$48k - $75k$11,676
$75k+$13,470

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$22,734
Pell Grant Recipients32.0%
Using Federal Loans28.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment40.5%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$4,797
Avg. Pell Grant$4,761
Avg. State/Local Grant$2,160
Avg. Institutional Grant$3,658
Students Receiving Grants97.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

62.6%

Success

23.3%

In-State Cost

$8,618

Age 25+ Students

46.6%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

243 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Augusta (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Augusta (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Augusta

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$857

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$860

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,104

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Augusta metropolitan area.