University of Maine at Augusta is a public 4-year college in Augusta, Maine with 2,659 undergraduates. It has open admission, costs an average of $9,721 a year after grants and graduates 26% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of Maine at Augusta acceptance rate and admissions
University of Maine at Augusta has open admission: it admits students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs, such as nursing or other health fields, can have their own entry requirements.
University of Maine at Augusta application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on University of Maine at Augusta’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
University of Maine at Augusta tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $9,698 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $23,378 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $12,246 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $18,165 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $9,721 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $9,721 a year after grants and scholarships, $8,444 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
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University of Maine at Augusta graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 26% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $44,543 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 49% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of Maine at Augusta majors and what graduates earn
University of Maine at Augusta awarded bachelor's degrees in 22 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($87,357).
All 22 majors at University of Maine at Augusta
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 70 | $75,456 | $87,357 | $25,100 |
| Accounting | 15 | $62,410 | $62,035 | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | 14 | $73,783 | $60,683 | n/a |
| Business administration | 10 | $56,441 | $50,348 | $20,826 |
| Biology | 9 | $51,790 | $50,244 | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 113 | $39,944 | $49,821 | $20,745 |
| Mental health counseling | 61 | $47,063 | $48,604 | $24,357 |
| Criminal justice | 14 | $50,250 | $42,812 | n/a |
| Library Science and Administration | 30 | $38,447 | $32,301 | $18,347 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | 20 | $43,798 | n/a | $20,798 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 19 | n/a | n/a | $23,993 |
| IT and network administration | 18 | $70,532 | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dental hygiene and assisting | 9 | $57,201 | n/a | $19,750 |
| Social Sciences, General | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Air Transportation | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public administration | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Architecture | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computational Science | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at University of Maine at Augusta
2 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 2 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT and network administration | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Homeland security | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at University of Maine at Augusta
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Associate degree | 15 | n/a | $55,882 | $21,000 |
| Paralegal | Certificate | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,659 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 67% women, 33% men
- 16 students for every faculty member
- Setting: distant town
- Accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
Is it hard to get into University of Maine at Augusta?
No. University of Maine at Augusta has open admission for students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may have extra requirements.
How much does University of Maine at Augusta cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $9,698 for in-state students and $23,378 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $9,721 a year in 2024-25.
What is the graduation rate at University of Maine at Augusta?
26% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of Maine at Augusta graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $44,543 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.