Cheapest History Colleges in Maine

Maine's public universities offer History degrees starting at just $10,028 annually, while private colleges like Bowdoin and Colby charge over $60,000 but deliver 95% graduation rates. The 37-point gap between University of Maine at Presque Isle's 37.70% graduation rate and Bowdoin's 95.60% reflects the stark divide between affordable access and elite outcomes. History graduates find opportunities with Maine's tourism industry, where knowledge of colonial heritage and maritime history proves valuable for museums and historical sites.

Programs

$10,028 – $37,109

Net Price Range

$42,099

Avg. Program Earnings

66.5%

Avg. Graduation Rate

9 History Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Maine at Presque Isle Presque Isle, Maine	$10,028	$8,990	37.7%	97.0%
2	University of Southern Maine Portland, Maine	$11,729	$10,920	46.3%	85.4%
3	University of Maine at Farmington Farmington, Maine	$14,873	$10,989	52.8%	94.2%
4	University of Maine Orono, Maine	$18,045	$12,606	56.4%	94.0%
5	Bowdoin College Brunswick, Maine	$20,786	$64,910	95.6%	9.2%
6	Colby College Waterville, Maine	$23,939	$66,600	90.2%	7.6%
7	Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, Maine	$24,666	$42,834	68.5%	80.8%
8	Bates College Lewiston, Maine	$30,703	$63,478	90.6%	13.7%
9	University of New England Biddeford, Maine	$37,109	$42,550	60.8%	96.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive cost difference between Maine's cheapest and most expensive History programs?

University of Maine at Presque Isle costs $10,028 while University of New England reaches $37,109, a gap of $27,081 annually. Public universities benefit from state funding and typically serve local students, while private institutions offer smaller classes and extensive alumni networks. The Pine Tree State Grant further reduces costs for Maine residents at public schools.

How do graduation rates vary among Maine's most affordable History programs?

The four cheapest programs show graduation rates from 37.70% at Presque Isle to 56.40% at the main Orono campus. University of Maine at Farmington achieves 52.80% despite costing just $14,873 annually. These rates reflect different student populations and support services rather than program quality alone.

Does choosing a more expensive Maine college guarantee better post-graduation earnings?

Bates College graduates earn $51,273 compared to $32,925 for University of Southern Maine alumni, an 18,000 difference. However, Bates students pay $30,703 annually versus Southern Maine's $11,729. The higher earnings may reflect alumni networks and career services rather than just the History curriculum itself.

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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.