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Maine's accounting programs show a striking cost divide, with University of Maine at Presque Isle charging just $10,028 net compared to Saint Joseph's College of Maine at $24,666. The state's accounting graduates earn between $33,281 and $46,673, reflecting opportunities in Maine's healthcare sector and major employers like MaineHealth. Thomas College stands out with a 51.4% graduation rate despite being private, while Southern Maine delivers the highest earnings at $45,852 for graduates entering the state's growing financial services market.
7
Programs
$10,028 – $24,666
Net Price Range
$39,950
Avg. Program Earnings
48.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Accounting and Related Services Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $10,028 $8,990 37.7% 97.0%
2 $11,353 $8,618 23.3%
3 $11,729 $10,920 46.3% 85.4%
4 $18,045 $12,606 56.4% 94.0%
5 $19,223 $30,896 51.4% 97.2%
6 $20,798 $22,194 56.7% 91.3%
7 $24,666 $42,834 68.5% 80.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Maine at Presque Isle the most affordable option?

Presque Isle offers the lowest net price at $10,028 with an in-state tuition of just $8,990. The school accepts 96.99% of applicants, making it accessible for students seeking budget-friendly accounting education in northern Maine.

How do graduation rates compare between public and private accounting programs?

Saint Joseph's College leads with a 68.5% graduation rate, while public institutions range from 23.3% at Augusta to 56.4% at Orono. Thomas College achieves a solid 51.4% rate despite charging $19,223 net tuition.

Where do accounting graduates earn the most after completing Maine programs?

University of Southern Maine graduates earn $45,852 annually, the highest among tracked programs. Husson University follows closely at $46,673, while Augusta graduates start at $33,281 with manageable debt loads.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.