Business programs in Maine produce graduates with career earnings ranging from $30,241 to $63,763. Across 7 programs, the variation in outcomes demonstrates why program selection matters significantly for management careers and undergraduate business success.
Leading the list is Maine Maritime Academy, achieving the highest program earnings at $63,763. Thomas College follows with $58,478, while University Of Maine rounds out the top tier at $54,700, demonstrating strong graduate outcomes that justify their positioning in the rankings.
| Rank | School | Location | Earnings | Net Price | Acceptance Rate | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Maine Maritime AcademyPublic | Castine, ME | $77,641 Median Business Earnings | $9,511 | 54.1% | 58.2% |
| #2 | University Of MainePublic | Orono, ME | $69,011 Median Business Earnings | $12,642 | 96.6% | 54.9% |
| #3 | Standish, ME | $67,984 Median Business Earnings | $20,728 | 83.5% | 65.7% | |
| #4 | Portland, ME | $65,254 Median Business Earnings | $9,999 | 79.2% | 40.4% | |
| #5 | Husson UniversityPrivate | Bangor, ME | $61,477 Median Business Earnings | $16,606 | 81.0% | 59.4% |
| #6 | University Of New EnglandPrivate | Biddeford, ME | $61,240 Median Business Earnings | $31,371 | 91.6% | 68.3% |
| #7 | Thomas CollegePrivate | Waterville, ME | $56,584 Median Business Earnings | $12,655 | 96.3% | 53.7% |
| #8 | Augusta, ME | $54,244 Median Business Earnings | $9,421 | — | 27.0% | |
| #9 | Farmington, ME | $37,672 Median Business Earnings | $13,301 | 96.7% | 51.5% |
