by our College Data Analytics TeamIs UMPI worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
UMPI is ranked #884 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C+ (above average for value). Within Maine, it ranks #8 of 26 for value.
Among the majors UMPI offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | #37 of 345 |
| Liberal Arts General Studies | #42 of 473 |
| Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities | #42 of 473 |
Read the full UMPI value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of Maine at Presque Isle is ranked #17 out of #26 in Maine for quality and #8 out of #26 for Maine value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the UMPI financial aid page to be sure.
University of Maine at Presque Isle is ranked #884 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
University of Maine at Presque Isle 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 UMPI costs about $12,319. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $49,276 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $19,044 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $7,035 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $12,319 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $49,276 |
*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.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the UMPI net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What UMPI costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UMPI 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 | $76,176 | — | — |
| All Students | $49,276 | #884 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $28,140 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $76,176 | — | — |
| All Students | $49,276 | #8 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $28,140 | — | — |
*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 UMPI shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $7,458 |
| $30K–$48K | $7,343 |
| $48K–$75K | $9,953 |
| $75K–$110K | $14,420 |
| Over $110K | $14,409 |
About 56% of UMPI undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $7,162 per year. Get more details on the UMPI 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 UMPI net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.