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University of Southern Maine

Portland, Maine · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$47,107

Acceptance Rate

79%

Graduation Rate

44%

Annual Tuition

$10,920

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of University of Southern Maine earn a median of $49,958 ten years after entry — 8% below the national median. Acceptance rate 79.3%, average SAT score 1116, in-state tuition $10,920.

At a Glance

Total Students

4,245

Retention Rate

76%

Faculty Ratio

14

Financial Aid

34%

Median Debt

$19,060

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,116

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

500–650

SAT Math (middle 50%)

490–600

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

24–28

Institution Overview

The University of Southern Maine is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 79.3% and a student body of 4,245. The university's in-state tuition is $10,920. The graduation rate is 44.2%, and the retention rate is 75.6%. The median debt for graduates is $19,060, and 34.1% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates of the University of Southern Maine report earnings of $47,251 one year after graduation, $47,107 five years after graduation, and $49,958 ten years after graduation.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$47k

1 YEAR

$47k

5 YEARS

$50k

10 YEARS

Top 43% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Southern Maine alumni earn a median of $47,251. Five years after graduation, median earnings are $47,107. Ten years after graduation, median earnings are $49,958. The median debt for graduates is $19,060.

The University of Southern Maine has a 79.3% acceptance rate. The graduation rate is 44.2%, and the retention rate is 75.6%. 34.1% of students receive financial aid. In-state tuition is $10,920.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 182 / yr
Median Salary $74,877

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 176 / yr
Median Salary $102,817

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 82 / yr
Median Salary $47,549

Law

Graduates 77 / yr
Median Salary $61,048

Social Work

Graduates 76 / yr
Median Salary $47,939

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

Graduates 75 / yr
Median Salary $37,585

Social Sciences, Other

Graduates 70 / yr
Median Salary $35,418

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 66 / yr
Median Salary $35,920

Psychology, General

Graduates 57 / yr
Median Salary $33,621

Biology, General

Graduates 46 / yr
Median Salary $43,722

Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions

Graduates 45 / yr
Median Salary $48,966

Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies

Graduates 38 / yr
Median Salary $43,673

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 37 / yr
Median Salary $51,379

Public Policy Analysis

Graduates 35 / yr
Median Salary $51,576

Student Counseling and Personnel Services

Graduates 34 / yr
Median Salary $53,891

Political Science and Government

Graduates 34 / yr
Median Salary $28,589

Marketing

Graduates 33 / yr
Median Salary $46,198

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 32 / yr
Median Salary $47,393

Criminology

Graduates 31 / yr
Median Salary $47,726

History

Graduates 29 / yr
Median Salary $36,876

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 27 / yr
Median Salary $33,014

Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Graduates 24 / yr
Median Salary $34,465

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 24 / yr
Median Salary $34,843

Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services

Graduates 22 / yr
Median Salary $27,895

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Campus Location

Portland, Maine

Portland, ME 04103

University of Southern Maine is located in Portland, Maine. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of Southern Maine has an acceptance rate of 79.3%.