University of Maine's published cost of attendance is $27,328. Need-based aid reshapes that figure across income levels.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $27,328 |
| Tuition and Fees | $36,756 |
| Room and Board | $13,410 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$9,818 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $17,510 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $12,642 |
| $30–48k | $13,280 |
| $48–75k | $14,631 |
| $75–110k | $18,508 |
| $110k+ | $22,018 |
University of Maine's published cost of attendance is $27,328. Need-based aid reshapes that figure across income levels. Low-income families pay approximately $12,642; middle-income families pay about $14,631; higher-income families pay approximately $22,018. Azimuth ranks University of Maine #610 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. University of Maine participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA. The aid structure supports access for Maine residents and out-of-state students alike, with institutional scholarships available alongside federal and state grant programs. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $21,900; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $63,056, median federal debt of $25,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $282 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of University of Maine earn median 4-year earnings of $63,056, placing University of Maine in the 63.2 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $1,961 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing University of Maine in the 66.4 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks University of Maine #661 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects University of Maine's concentration in business and applied fields. Business Administration is the largest program with 118 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $66,867, performing at 1.0× the national benchmark for the field. The Mechanical Engineering program graduates 111 students earning $85,064, and the The Nursing program graduates 94 students earning $77,494. Together, these programs anchor the institution's economic profile and reflect the dominant role of Business in University of Maine's degree output.
