University of Maine

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Offering more than 100 degree programs, including graduate certificates, master's, doctoral, and professional science master's degrees, the university provides students with a fertile ground for intellectual exploration and growth. Whether pursuing studies in the sciences, humanities, or professional fields, students at UMaine benefit from world-class faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and a vibrant campus culture conducive to holistic development.","requirements":"","courses":[],"gallery":["https:\/\/d2bps9p1kiy4ka.cloudfront.net\/5b09189f7285894d9130ccd0\/7610ad53-c778-480d-8c65-e3c6b25daa4e.jpg","https:\/\/d2bps9p1kiy4ka.cloudfront.net\/5b09189f7285894d9130ccd0\/ccfe6286-06f0-4956-aaea-57531ec203e1.jpg"]}

Founded in 1862, University of Maine is a public university. The university is located in Orono, USA, it has 1 campus, including University of Maine Campus under its umbrella. The university course catalogue consists of 23 courses, across 5 streams, including Engineering, Business & Management Studies, Science, Humanities & Social Sciences and IT & Software. The most popular graduate and UG courses offered by the institute, are MBA/PGDM, MS, M.A., B.E. / B.Tech and B.Sc.. These are available in 12 specializations, with Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Business Economics, Civil Engineering and Computer Science Engineering being the major ones. The first-year University of Maine tuition fee for the graduate and UG courses is around USD 21,450 - 35,346. There is also the cost of accommodation that students have to incur over the duration of their studies which varies greatly with the standard of living students decide to pursue. The average cost of living is USD 8,074 - 12,696. Students with a good academic track record have a greater chance of admissions to the institute, with the institute accepting a number of test scores and documents as part of the university application process. Among the test scores deemed acceptable for admissions at University of Maine: Duolingo, IELTS, TOEFL, GRE and PTE.

University of Maine offers various scholarships to international students. But international students must apply for scholarships at Maine University within deadline. Check below some of the popular scholarships offered to international students at UMaine.

The University of Maine offers courses at level. The university offers 23 courses. Of these, 9 courses are available at UG level. Some of the UG courses that are offered by University of Maine include B.E. / B.Tech, BBA and B.Sc.. Some of the popular specialisations in these courses among Indian students are Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Business Economics, Civil Engineering and Computer Science Engineering. At the PG level, there are 14 courses. Some of the graduate courses offered at the university are MS, MBA/PGDM and M.A.. In terms of duration, UG courses at this university are of 4 years and the PG courses are of 18 months to 2 years.

The Office of Institutional Research and Assessment of Maine University surveyed the employment status of 2017/18 Baccalaureates. As per the survey, 77.3% of graduates were in full-time employment, 11.1% were in part-time employment, 8.1% were pursuing further education and 3.5% were seeking jobs. Among those reporting full-time employment, 87% indicated their job is related to their UMaine degree.

The cost of attending University of Maine depends on the course an Indian student applies for. For UG applicants, the first-year tuition costs around USD 30,030 - 35,346. On the other hand, the annual tuition for graduates is USD 30,030 - 35,346. Other expenses are also included in the total cost of attending the university. These are hostel fees, food, books and supplies, and other personal expenses. The University of Maine cost of living is USD 8,074 - 12,696.

For University of Maine admission, Indian students have to apply online through the official website. The general admission requirements include meeting the entry requirements and English language proficiency requirements. The University of Maine accepts English Language exam scores such as Duolingo, IELTS, TOEFL, GRE and PTE as a proof. Also at the end of application process, there is an application fee. To complete the application process, students are required to submit a few documents such as LOR, ESSAY and CV.

In the Shiksha Popularity rankings, University of Maine ranks at #206 in the National Universities rankings for 2026. In the world rankings, University of Maine ranks at #744 for 2026. Some of the University of Maine subjects have also been ranked in Shiksha Popularity rankings 2026.

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Apart from Shiksha Popularity ranking, US News has also ranked the university globally. It ranks University of Maine at #257 in 2026. University of Maine ranking stood at #501 as per ARWU in 2025, globally.

The main campus of University of Maine is located in Orono, USA. The university offers a great campus life to its students. Students here have varied options to participate in community building. The university has organisations and clubs, in which students can participate as per their interests. On top of this, students can participate in sports and join university teams. They can also access variety of resources and services at the campus such as library, recreation centres, sports complex, placement services, among others.