Cheapest Teacher Education and Professional Development Colleges in Maine

University of Maine at Presque Isle offers the state's most affordable teacher preparation at just $10,028 net cost, while University of New England commands $37,109 for similar programs. This $27,000 gap reflects Maine's public-private divide in education costs. With MaineHealth and Bath Iron Works requiring skilled training specialists, graduates earning $25,194 to $32,569 find opportunities in corporate education and workforce development beyond traditional K-12 teaching roles.

Programs

$10,028 – $37,109

Net Price Range

$29,464

Avg. Program Earnings

58.5%

Avg. Graduation Rate

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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	Thomas College Waterville, Maine	$19,223	$30,896	51.4%	97.2%
6	Bowdoin College Brunswick, Maine	$20,786	$64,910	95.6%	9.2%
7	Husson University Bangor, Maine	$20,798	$22,194	56.7%	91.3%
8	Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, Maine	$24,666	$42,834	68.5%	80.8%
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 teacher education programs?

Public universities like University of Maine at Presque Isle charge $10,028 compared to University of New England's $37,109, creating a $27,000 annual gap. This reflects Maine's strong public university system versus premium private institutions targeting specialized markets.

How do graduation rates compare across different price points for teacher education in Maine?

Bowdoin College achieves a 95.6% graduation rate at $20,786 net cost, while the cheapest option at University of Maine at Presque Isle shows 37.7% completion. Mid-range public options like University of Maine at Farmington deliver 52.8% graduation rates at $14,873.

Does attending a more expensive teacher education program in Maine guarantee higher earnings?

University of Southern Maine graduates earn $32,569 despite costing only $11,729, while Saint Joseph's College graduates earn $25,194 after paying $24,666. Program cost and earning potential show no clear correlation in Maine's teacher education market.

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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.