Colleges in Maine
Maine is home to 32 colleges and universities, from large flagship research institutions to small liberal arts colleges and community colleges. Known for coastal settings and cold winters, Maine offers a range of environments for every type of student. Use the filters below to find the right fit by campus lifestyle, safety, tuition, and more.
Top Colleges by Enrollment
32 total in MaineUniversity of Maine
University of Maine is a public 4-year institution in Orono, ME. Enrollment: ~8,496 students. Admissions are accessible (97% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $33,240/year.
University of Southern Maine
University of Southern Maine is a public 4-year institution in Portland, ME. Enrollment: ~4,222 students. Admissions are accessible (79% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $22,064/year.
Husson University
Husson University is a private 4-year institution in Bangor, ME. Enrollment: ~2,618 students. Admissions are accessible (81% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $19,530/year.
Colby College
Colby College is a private 4-year institution in Waterville, ME. Enrollment: ~2,407 students. Admissions are highly selective (7% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $58,640/year.
University of New England
University of New England is a private 4-year institution in Biddeford, ME. Enrollment: ~2,135 students. Admissions are accessible (92% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $38,420/year.
University of Maine at Presque Isle
University of Maine at Presque Isle is a public 4-year institution in Presque Isle, ME. Enrollment: ~1,913 students. Admissions are accessible (100% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $11,824/year.
Bowdoin College
Bowdoin College is a private 4-year institution in Brunswick, ME. Enrollment: ~1,873 students. Admissions are highly selective (7% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $57,776/year.
Bates College
Bates College is a private 4-year institution in Lewiston, ME. Enrollment: ~1,760 students. Admissions are highly selective (13% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $59,062/year.
University of Maine at Farmington
University of Maine at Farmington is a public 4-year institution in Farmington, ME. Enrollment: ~1,140 students. Admissions are accessible (97% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $19,830/year.
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Saint Joseph's College of Maine is a private 4-year institution in Standish, ME. Enrollment: ~964 students. Admissions are accessible (84% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $39,986/year.
Maine Maritime Academy
Maine Maritime Academy is a public 4-year institution in Castine, ME. Enrollment: ~942 students. Admissions are accessible (54% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $26,170/year.
Thomas College
Thomas College is a private 4-year institution in Waterville, ME. Enrollment: ~647 students. Admissions are accessible (96% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $28,110/year.
University of Maine at Fort Kent
University of Maine at Fort Kent is a public 4-year institution in Fort Kent, ME. Enrollment: ~599 students. Admissions are accessible (98% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $11,760/year.
Maine College of Art & Design
Maine College of Art & Design is a private 4-year institution in Portland, ME. Enrollment: ~415 students. Admissions are accessible (76% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $37,960/year.
College of the Atlantic
College of the Atlantic is a private 4-year institution in Bar Harbor, ME. Enrollment: ~353 students. Admissions are accessible (70% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $42,993/year.
Maine College of Health Professions
Maine College of Health Professions is a private 4-year institution in Lewiston, ME. Enrollment: ~239 students. Admissions are accessible (71% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $13,346/year.
University of Maine at Augusta
University of Maine at Augusta is a public 4-year institution in Augusta, ME. Out-of-state tuition: $18,210/year.
The Landing School
The Landing School is a private 2-year institution in Arundel, ME. Out-of-state tuition: $24,500/year.
Northern Maine Community College
Northern Maine Community College is a public 2-year institution in Presque Isle, ME. Out-of-state tuition: $5,760/year.
Kennebec Valley Community College
Kennebec Valley Community College is a public 2-year institution in Fairfield, ME. Out-of-state tuition: $5,760/year.
Eastern Maine Community College
Eastern Maine Community College is a public 2-year institution in Bangor, ME. Out-of-state tuition: $5,760/year.
Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook
Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook is a 4-year institution in Westbrook, ME.
Southern Maine Community College
Southern Maine Community College is a public 2-year institution in South Portland, ME. Out-of-state tuition: $5,760/year.
Central Maine Community College
Central Maine Community College is a public 2-year institution in Auburn, ME. Out-of-state tuition: $5,760/year.
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