C
Average
Score: 49/100

Northern Maine Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Presque Isle, Maine 04769
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: 33%
Outcomes
D
43/100
Affordability
B+
76/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
C
52/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Quick Stats

772
Total Enrollment
33%
Graduation Rate
49%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,462
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Northern Maine Community College

30% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 232 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$184,140
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,025
1-Year Change
+7.3%
For parents & investors

The Northern Maine Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $184,140
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,025/mo — vs ~$346/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 04742 (7.0% cap, Fort Fairfield)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,880 $5,760
Room $3,114
Board $5,484
Total Cost (On-Campus) $19,620 $22,500

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
11%
Take Out Loans
$8,462
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,369
$30,001 - $48,000$8,171
$48,001 - $75,000$10,008
$75,001 - $110,000$15,581
$110,001+$15,581

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 26 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 23 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 20 grads/yr Electrician 17 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 13 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 12 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 8 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 8 grads/yr Plumbing Technology/Plumber 6 grads/yr Building Construction Technology/Technician 6 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 5 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 5 grads/yr Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician 4 grads/yr Accounting 3 grads/yr Network and System Administration/Administrator 3 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 3 grads/yr Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 3 grads/yr Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment Management and Recycling Technology/Technician 3 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 2 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 2 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs
Health information technologists and medical registrars
$67k/yr 41,900 jobs
Medical records specialists
$50k/yr 194,800 jobs
Signal and track switch repairers
$84k/yr 8,700 jobs
First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers
$79k/yr 921,600 jobs
Electricians
$62k/yr 818,700 jobs

Student Demographics

772
Total Students
52%
Women
53%
Traditional Age (18-24)
30%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 88%
Hispanic 3%
Black 2%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 29%
Off-Campus (Renters) 30%
With Family 41%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~232 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 27%
Hybrid (Some Online) 39%
Fully Online 34%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 53%
25-64 (Adult) 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northern 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 Northern Maine Community College?
Tuition at Northern 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 $8,462.
What is the graduation rate at Northern Maine Community College?
The graduation rate at Northern Maine Community College is 33%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Northern Maine Community College a good school?
Northern Maine Community College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (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 Northern Maine Community College?
Northern Maine Community College has a total enrollment of 772 students.
Is there rental demand near Northern Maine Community College?
Yes! Approximately 30% of students at Northern Maine Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 232 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Presque Isle area.

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