C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
37/100 · earnings-weighted

University of Maine at Farmington

4-Year Public
📍 Farmington, Maine 04938
University of Maine at Farmington campus, Farmington, ME
University of Maine at Farmington campus, Farmington, ME. Photo: Asia Burrill, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
70/100
Affordability
C+
55/100
Resources
C
51/100
Experience
B+
79/100
Prestige
F
26/100

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

1,950
Total Enrollment
53%
Graduation Rate
79%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
98%
Acceptance Rate
$15,383
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Maine at Farmington ▼

2% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$280,382
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,224
1-Year Change
+5.3%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$44,433
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$31,513
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$24,499
Median debt at graduation
51.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,130
Average SAT
30.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 55% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 21st percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused 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 University of Maine at Farmington

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
Business/Managerial Economics$48,263————$21,500
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions—$48,191-14%#66 of 85#61—
Business Administration, Management and Operations$29,685$47,757-30%#1126 of 1176#1103$23,625
Psychology$31,011$44,544-12%#820 of 1027#713$23,125
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions$27,344$42,513-18%#42 of 50#43$27,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$38,835$42,375-11%#592 of 680#569$25,844
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies—$40,081-17%#110 of 137#101—
Special Education and Teaching$39,458$39,251-22%#173 of 177#172$27,000
English Language and Literature—$35,998-26%#559 of 576#546—
Biology$33,300————$26,924

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 University of Maine at Farmington Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $280,382
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,224/mo — vs ~$623/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 04911 (4.3% cap, Anson)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $8,910 $21,000
Room $5,610
Board $5,360
Total Cost (On-Campus) $26,363 $38,453

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
43%
Receive Pell Grants
63%
Take Out Loans
$15,383
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$12,043
$30,001 - $48,000$10,482
$48,001 - $75,000$12,501
$75,001 - $110,000$19,002
$110,001+$20,505

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Higher Education/Higher Education Administration 46 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 36 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 31 grads/yr Psychology, General 29 grads/yr General Studies 21 grads/yr Creative Writing 15 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 14 grads/yr Mathematics Teacher Education 13 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 13 grads/yr English/Language Arts Teacher Education 12 grads/yr Counseling Psychology 12 grads/yr Business/Managerial Economics 11 grads/yr Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other 9 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 9 grads/yr Health and Wellness, General 9 grads/yr Rehabilitation Science 9 grads/yr Geography, Other 7 grads/yr Computer Science 7 grads/yr Mathematics, General 7 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Maine at Farmington's top programs commonly pursue.

Education administrators, postsecondary
$104k/yr 226,600 jobs
Education administrators, all other
$89k/yr 60,200 jobs
Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs
Kindergarten teachers, except special education
$61k/yr 117,200 jobs
Preschool teachers, except special education
$37k/yr 555,100 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Psychologists, all other
$118k/yr 55,300 jobs

Student Demographics

1,950
Total Students
69%
Women
67%
Traditional Age (18-24)
2%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 83%
Hispanic 4%
Black 1%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 90%
Off-Campus (Renters) 2%
With Family 9%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~29 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 57%
Hybrid (Some Online) 19%
Fully Online 23%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 67%
25-64 (Adult) 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Maine at Farmington?
University of Maine at Farmington has an acceptance rate of 98%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Maine at Farmington?
Tuition at University of Maine at Farmington is $8,910 for in-state students and $21,000 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $15,383.
What is the graduation rate at University of Maine at Farmington?
The graduation rate at University of Maine at Farmington is 53%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is University of Maine at Farmington a good school?
University of Maine at Farmington has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Maine at Farmington?
University of Maine at Farmington has a total enrollment of 1,950 students.
Is there rental demand near University of Maine at Farmington?
Yes! Approximately 2% of students at University of Maine at Farmington live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 29 students who need rental housing near campus.

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