Compare 6 Environmental Studies. programs in Maine. Average earnings: $39,873.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Environmental Studies tells a different story. Across 6 programs in Maine, earnings range from $24,615 to $47,210—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Bates College's Environmental Studies program leads with graduates earning $47,210, well above the $39,873 state average. University of New England follows closely at $46,507, while Colby College rounds out the top three at $44,699—proving that multiple Maine institutions deliver strong outcomes in this field.
Highest program earnings: $47,210
Strong outcomes ($46,507) with 88% acceptance
7.9% payment burden | Excellent - payment under 8% of discretionary
34.0% family burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Bates CollegePrivate | $47,210 | 30 | $14,275 | Excellent | $70,222 | High |
| #2 | University Of New EnglandPrivate | $46,507 | 13 | $25,250 | Manageable | $29,675 | High |
| #3 | Colby CollegePrivate | $44,699 | 62 | $19,157 | Good | $59,570 | High |
| #4 | Bowdoin CollegePrivate | $38,638 | 37 | $18,500 | Manageable | $52,337 | High |
| #5 | $37,568 | 23 | $19,060 | Manageable | $17,050 | High | |
| #6 | University Of MainePublic | $24,615 | 45 | $25,000 | High | $21,900 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
