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Average
Score: 50/100

Central Maine Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Auburn, Maine 04210
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 28%
Outcomes
D
43/100
Affordability
B
72/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
C+
63/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

4,121
Total Enrollment
28%
Graduation Rate
57%
Retention Rate
21.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,324
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Central Maine Community College

38% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,549 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$332,805
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,581
1-Year Change
+4.6%
For parents & investors

The Central Maine Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $332,805
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,581/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 04256 (4.3% cap, Mechanic Falls)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,880 $5,760
Total Cost (On-Campus) $17,624 $20,504

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
27%
Take Out Loans
$8,324
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,903
$30,001 - $48,000$6,737
$48,001 - $75,000$8,699
$75,001 - $110,000$10,702
$110,001+$10,941

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 64 grads/yr Human Services, General 47 grads/yr General Studies 45 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 30 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 28 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 26 grads/yr Electromechanical/Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician 24 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 18 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 17 grads/yr Accounting 16 grads/yr Plumbing Technology/Plumber 15 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 15 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 14 grads/yr Education, General 12 grads/yr Network and System Administration/Administrator 11 grads/yr Building Construction Technology/Technician 9 grads/yr Graphic Communications, General 8 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 8 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 8 grads/yr Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Central Maine Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

4,121
Total Students
56%
Women
51%
Traditional Age (18-24)
38%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 69%
Hispanic 4%
Black 8%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 25%
Off-Campus (Renters) 38%
With Family 37%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,549 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 46%
Hybrid (Some Online) 25%
Fully Online 29%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 51%
25-64 (Adult) 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Central Maine Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Central Maine Community College?
Tuition at Central Maine Community College is $2,880 for in-state students and $5,760 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,324.
What is the graduation rate at Central Maine Community College?
The graduation rate at Central Maine Community College is 28%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Central Maine Community College a good school?
Central Maine Community College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Central Maine Community College?
Central Maine Community College has a total enrollment of 4,121 students.
Is there rental demand near Central Maine Community College?
Yes! Approximately 38% of students at Central Maine Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,549 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Auburn area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology