C
Average
Score: 46/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
39/100 · earnings-weighted

Unity Environmental University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 New Gloucester, Maine 04260
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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 57%
Outcomes
C+
61/100
Affordability
C
46/100
Resources
F
23/100
Experience
C+
63/100
Prestige
D
36/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

6,359
Total Enrollment
57%
Graduation Rate
42%
Retention Rate
36.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
82%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Unity Environmental University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$37,852
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$31,698
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
28.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
63.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 66% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 30th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (ME wage index 0.89). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Unity Environmental University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy$41,685$53,934-4%#12 of 29#11$26,944
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology—$44,652-9%#51 of 62#40—
Zoology/Animal Biology$30,987$39,302-11%#46 of 52#34$27,000
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management$29,312$39,017-14%#35 of 37#35$27,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Unity Environmental University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $441,858
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,593/mo — vs ~$759/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 04256 (4.3% cap, Mechanic Falls)

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🏆 Where Unity Environmental University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Animal Training
of 2 schools
🥈
Animal Sciences, Other
of 2 schools
🥉
Conservation Biology
of 3 schools
#29
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
of 32 schools
#29
Geographic Information Science and Cartography
of 33 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $11,280 $11,280
Room $6,830
Board $5,326
Total Cost (On-Campus) $26,876 $26,876

Financial Aid

86%
Receive Any Aid
69%
Receive Pell Grants
76%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

6,359
Total Students
78%
Women
41%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 69%
Hispanic 12%
Black 6%
Asian 1%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Hybrid (Some Online) 3%
Fully Online 97%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 41%
25-64 (Adult) 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Unity Environmental University?
Unity Environmental University has an acceptance rate of 82%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Unity Environmental University?
Tuition at Unity Environmental University is $11,280 for in-state students and $11,280 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Unity Environmental University?
The graduation rate at Unity Environmental University is 57%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Unity Environmental University a good school?
Unity Environmental University has a Repit College Score of 46/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (F): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): 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 Unity Environmental University?
Unity Environmental University has a total enrollment of 6,359 students.

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