Cheapest Social Work Colleges in Maine

Social Work programs in Maine reveal a dramatic cost divide, with University of Maine at Presque Isle charging just $10,028 compared to University of New England's $37,109 net price. Maine's aging population and rural healthcare needs create steady demand for social workers, particularly in positions supporting MaineHealth's network across the state. Graduation rates span from 37.70% at the most affordable option to 68.50% at Saint Joseph's College, suggesting higher costs may correlate with better completion rates.

Programs

$10,028 – $37,109

Net Price Range

$30,047

Avg. Program Earnings

53.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Social Work 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 Orono, Maine	$18,045	$12,606	56.4%	94.0%
4	Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, Maine	$24,666	$42,834	68.5%	80.8%
5	University of New England Biddeford, Maine	$37,109	$42,550	60.8%	96.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Maine at Presque Isle so affordable for Social Work students?

The university offers the lowest net price at $10,028, with in-state tuition of just $8,990. However, the 37.70% graduation rate indicates students should carefully consider support services and program structure before enrolling.

How do earnings compare between Maine's public Social Work programs?

University of Southern Maine graduates earn $30,409 annually, while University of Maine graduates earn $29,685. Both schools charge significantly less than private options, with net prices of $11,729 and $18,045 respectively.

Is Saint Joseph's College worth the higher cost for Social Work?

At $24,666 net price, Saint Joseph's achieves a 68.50% graduation rate, the highest among Maine's Social Work programs. The school's completion rate is 31 percentage points higher than the state's most affordable option.

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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.