Cheapest Anthropology Colleges in Maine

Maine's anthropology programs show a dramatic $18,974 cost gap between the most affordable public option at University of Southern Maine ($11,729) and the priciest at Bates College ($30,703). This field connects naturally to Maine's cultural heritage work, with organizations like the Maine State Museum and Abbe Museum employing anthropologists. The state's three elite liberal arts colleges deliver 90%+ graduation rates but demand extremely selective admission, while public universities maintain open access with 85-94% acceptance rates.

Programs

$11,729 – $30,703

Net Price Range

$44,971

Avg. Program Earnings

72.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Anthropology Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Southern Maine Portland, Maine	$11,729	$10,920	46.3%	85.4%
2	University of Maine at Farmington Farmington, Maine	$14,873	$10,989	52.8%	94.2%
3	University of Maine Orono, Maine	$18,045	$12,606	56.4%	94.0%
4	Bowdoin College Brunswick, Maine	$20,786	$64,910	95.6%	9.2%
5	Colby College Waterville, Maine	$23,939	$66,600	90.2%	7.6%
6	Bates College Lewiston, Maine	$30,703	$63,478	90.6%	13.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

How do Maine's private colleges justify their higher anthropology costs?

Bowdoin, Colby, and Bates deliver graduation rates between 90-95% compared to 46-56% at public universities. These schools also maintain highly selective admission with acceptance rates under 14%, creating smaller class sizes and more faculty attention.

What makes University of Southern Maine the most affordable option?

At $11,729 net cost, USM costs $3,144 less than the next cheapest program at UMaine Farmington. Maine residents pay just $10,920 in tuition, making it accessible for students planning careers in cultural resource management or museum work.

Does the Pine Tree State Grant help anthropology students significantly?

The grant specifically supports Maine residents at in-state public universities, where tuition ranges from $10,920-$12,606. This state aid helps offset costs for students entering a field where starting salaries average $44,971 according to available data.

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