C+

Above Average

Score: 55/100

College of the Atlantic

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Bar Harbor, Maine 04609

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 69%

Outcomes

B+

79/100

Affordability

18/100

Resources

C+

60/100

Experience

A+

90/100

Prestige

33/100

Quick Stats

367

Total Enrollment

69%

Graduation Rate

83%

Retention Rate

10.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

65%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The College of the Atlantic Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $679,452
Avg rent near campus: $1,557/mo — vs ~$711/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 04693 (2.9% cap, Winter Harbor)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$45,630	$45,630
Room	$6,396
Board	$3,705
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$58,266	$58,266

Financial Aid

98%

Receive Any Aid

24%

Receive Pell Grants

52%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 90 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from College of the Atlantic's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other

$78k/yr 183,400 jobs

Student Demographics

367

Total Students

71%

Women

94%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 68%

Hispanic 6%

Asian 1%

Two or More 2%

Non-Resident 21%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 94%

25-64 (Adult) 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at College of the Atlantic?

College of the Atlantic has an acceptance rate of 65%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend College of the Atlantic?

Tuition at College of the Atlantic is $45,630 for in-state students and $45,630 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at College of the Atlantic?

The graduation rate at College of the Atlantic is 69%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is College of the Atlantic a good school?

College of the Atlantic has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend College of the Atlantic?

College of the Atlantic has a total enrollment of 367 students. Most students (94%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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