Campus Identity
Saint Joseph's College of Maine is a small private nonprofit university in Standish, ME. Approximately 964 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 84% acceptance rate. The campus sits on Sebago Lake Basin, just 1 mile from the water. Ski resorts are within 23 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 57/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Follow Along
@saintjosephsme
Follow on X (Twitter)
At a Glance
Saint Joseph's College of Maine is a small private nonprofit university in Standish, ME. Approximately 964 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 84% acceptance rate. The campus sits on Sebago Lake Basin, just 1 mile from the water. Ski resorts are within 23 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 57/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
SAT Scores (25th–75th Percentile)
SAT Evidence-Based Reading
SAT Math
Campus Lifestyle
Saint Joseph's College of Maine is a 1,000–4,999, rural school with NCAA D3 athletics. The campus is 23 miles from Pleasant Mountain.
Athletics
NCAA D3
Great Northeast Athletic
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Rural setting
Weather
Cold Climate
38°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Saint Joseph's College of Maine students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Pleasant Mountain, 23 miles away with 6 lifts and 239 skiable acres. All are within 24 miles of campus.
Maine
Maine
Lake Life Campus
Sebago Lake Basin is less than a mile from campus, making it a true lake-life school, giving Saint Joseph's College of Maine students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Sebago Lake Basin
Lake access within 0.5 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Standish, ME
Standish has a cool climate, with winters averaging 20°F in Jan and summers peaking around 70°F in Jul.
Station: WEST BUXTON 2 NNW · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Saint Joseph's College of Maine in ME earns a composite safety score of 57/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $44,420 |
| Room & Board | $15,384 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $59,804 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
79 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Saint Joseph's College of Maine located?
Saint Joseph's College of Maine is located in Standish, ME. The main campus address is 278 Whites Bridge Rd, Standish, ME. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at Saint Joseph's College of Maine?
Saint Joseph's College of Maine has an acceptance rate of 84%, making it accessible. Out of 2,025 applicants, 1,691 were admitted in the most recent year. 964 students enrolled.
How much does it cost to attend Saint Joseph's College of Maine?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Saint Joseph's College of Maine charges $44,420/year in tuition. Including room and board ($15,384/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $39,986/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $27,555/year — what students actually pay. Use Saint Joseph's College of Maine's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Does Saint Joseph's College of Maine have college sports?
Yes — Saint Joseph's College of Maine competes at the NCAA D3 level in the Great Northeast Athletic. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.
Is Saint Joseph's College of Maine the right fit for me?
Whether Saint Joseph's College of Maine is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (84% admit rate), avg net price ($27,555/year after aid), campus culture in Standish, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Saint Joseph's College of Maine against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Saint Joseph's College of Maine directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Standish, ME
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Certificates
- NCAA
- NCAA D3
- Conference
- Great Northeast Athletic
- School Year Weather
- Cold · 38°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 57/100
- Nearest Airport
- Portland, ME (PWM) · 15 mialso NHZ (28 mi), AUG (48 mi)
Location
Standish, ME