Best Value Registered Nursing Colleges in Maine

Maine's nursing programs present a remarkable cost range, with University of Maine at Fort Kent charging just $10,865 annually while University of New England reaches $37,109. This $26,000 gap matters significantly when MaineHealth and other regional healthcare systems actively recruit nurses across the state. Public universities deliver particularly strong value, with University of Maine graduates earning $61,218 despite moderate program costs. The state's aging population and coastal healthcare needs create steady demand for nursing professionals from administration to clinical research roles.

Programs

$10,865 – $37,109

Net Price Range

$58,875

Avg. Program Earnings

52.1%

Avg. Graduation Rate

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Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Maine at Fort Kent Fort Kent, Maine	$10,865	$58,115	$9,045	39.8%	99.2%
2	University of Southern Maine Portland, Maine	$11,729	$57,422	$10,920	46.3%	85.4%
3	University of Maine at Augusta Augusta, Maine	$11,353	$53,358	$8,618	23.3%
4	University of Maine Orono, Maine	$18,045	$61,218	$12,606	56.4%	94.0%
5	Husson University Bangor, Maine	$20,798	$58,274	$22,194	56.7%	91.3%
6	Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, Maine	$24,666	$59,934	$42,834	68.5%	80.8%
7	University of New England Biddeford, Maine	$37,109	$63,806	$42,550	60.8%	96.3%
8	Beal University Bangor, Maine	$33,857			34.1%
9	Maine College of Health Professions Lewiston, Maine	$20,438		$17,827	83.3%	56.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Maine's public nursing programs such strong values?

Public universities like University of Maine at Fort Kent offer nursing education for under $11,000 annually while graduates earn between $53,358 and $61,218. These schools maintain acceptance rates above 85%, making quality nursing education accessible across the state.

How do graduation rates vary among Maine nursing programs?

Maine College of Health Professions leads with an 83.3% graduation rate, followed by Saint Joseph's at 68.5%. Public universities show more variation, with University of Maine achieving 56.4% while University of Maine at Augusta graduates just 23.3% of nursing students.

Does University of New England justify its higher tuition costs?

At $37,109 annually, University of New England is Maine's most expensive nursing program but produces the highest-earning graduates at $63,806. Students graduate with $26,000 in debt, actually lower than several less expensive programs in the state.

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