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Maine finance programs span from University of Maine at Augusta's $11,353 net price to Saint Joseph's College's $24,666 cost. University of Southern Maine graduates earn $54,869 annually, the highest among the state's six programs. With Bath Iron Works and MaineHealth driving Maine's economy, these affordable programs prepare students for financial roles in manufacturing, healthcare, and the state's growing tourism sector.
6
Programs
$11,353 – $24,666
Net Price Range
$48,589
Avg. Program Earnings
50.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Finance and Financial Management Services Programs

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $13,000 cost difference between Maine's cheapest and most expensive finance programs?

Public universities like University of Maine at Augusta charge $11,353 while private Saint Joseph's College costs $24,666 after aid. The University of Southern Maine offers middle ground at $11,729 with the highest graduate earnings at $54,869.

How do graduation rates compare across Maine's finance programs?

Saint Joseph's College leads with a 68.5% graduation rate despite being the most expensive option. University of Maine at Augusta has the lowest rate at 23.3%, while mid-priced programs like Husson University achieve 56.7%.

Does University of Southern Maine justify its costs with career outcomes?

USM graduates earn $54,869 annually with only $16,000 in debt, creating strong return on investment. The 46.3% graduation rate falls below other state universities but the earnings premium makes it competitive for career-focused students.

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