Is Unity worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Unity is ranked #1,677 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C (above average for value). Within Maine, it ranks #14 of 26 for value.
Among the majors Unity offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Conservation Biology | #8 of 14 |
| Marine Biology | #24 of 48 |
| Wildlife, Fish & Wildl&s Science & Management | #30 of 43 |
| Wildlife Management | #30 of 43 |
| Environment / Natural Resources | #30 of 43 |
| Ecology, Evolution & Systematics Biology | #53 of 91 |
| Biology | #53 of 91 |
| Environmental Studies | #106 of 249 |
| Environmental Science | #139 of 272 |
| Natural Resources Conservation | #179 of 371 |
Read the full Unity value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Unity Environmental University is ranked #11 out of #26 in Maine for quality and #14 out of #26 for Maine value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Unity financial aid page to be sure.
Unity Environmental University is ranked #1,677 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Unity Environmental University is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Unity costs about $20,039. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $80,157 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,938 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $19,104 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $20,039 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $80,157 |
*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 Unity 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 Unity 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 | $87,752 | — | — |
| All Students | $80,157 | #1,677 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $76,416 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $87,752 | — | — |
| All Students | $80,157 | #14 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $76,416 | — | — |
*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 Unity shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $17,474 |
| $30K–$48K | $18,360 |
| $48K–$75K | $19,172 |
| $75K–$110K | $20,661 |
| Over $110K | $20,915 |
About 67% of Unity undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $4,216 per year. Get more details on the Unity financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Unity cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.