by our College Data Analytics TeamIs UMaine worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
UMaine is ranked #1,626 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Maine, it ranks #13 of 26 for value.
These UMaine majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Marine Sciences | #6 of 7 |
| Marine Science | #6 of 7 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #6 of 7 |
| Surveying Technology/Surveying | #9 of 10 |
| Engineering | #9 of 10 |
| Engineering-Related Technologies | #9 of 10 |
| Forestry, General | #15 of 24 |
| Zoology/Animal Biology | #16 of 33 |
| Other Fine Arts & Art Studies | #22 of 56 |
| Forestry | #23 of 32 |
Read the full UMaine 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 is ranked #6 out of #26 in Maine for quality and #13 out of #26 for Maine value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the UMaine financial aid page to be sure.
University of Maine is ranked #1,626 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, University of Maine is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at UMaine costs about $18,761. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $75,046 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $27,136 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $17,510 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $18,761 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $75,046 |
*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 UMaine net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What UMaine 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 UMaine 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 | $108,544 | — | — |
| All Students | $75,046 | #1,626 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $70,040 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $108,544 | — | — |
| All Students | $75,046 | #13 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $70,040 | — | — |
*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 UMaine shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,800 |
| $30K–$48K | $13,707 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,408 |
| $75K–$110K | $20,101 |
| Over $110K | $21,756 |
About 87% of UMaine undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $11,894 per year. Get more details on the UMaine 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 UMaine net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.