by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a SMCC degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how SMCC measures up.
SMCC is ranked #1,044 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Maine, it ranks #9 of 26 for value.
Read the full SMCC value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Southern Maine Community College is ranked #14 out of #26 in Maine for quality and #9 out of #26 for Maine value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the SMCC financial aid page to be sure.
Southern Maine Community College is ranked #1,044 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Southern Maine Community College is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at SMCC costs about $11,687. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $46,746 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $18,593 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $11,086 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $11,687 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $46,746 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about SMCC net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a SMCC degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $74,372 | — | — |
| All Students | $46,746 | #1,044 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $44,344 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $74,372 | — | — |
| All Students | $46,746 | #9 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $44,344 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at SMCC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $9,441 |
| $30K–$48K | $10,885 |
| $48K–$75K | $12,767 |
| $75K–$110K | $15,659 |
| Over $110K | $15,949 |
About 92% of SMCC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $5,038 per year. Get more details on the SMCC financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the SMCC net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.