Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 55.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 56.4%
- Retention Rate
- 77.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $48,653
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 72.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $73,737 | $25,528 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor | $72,509 | $19,750 |
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $68,499 | $27,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $62,775 | $26,073 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $61,218 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $58,673 | $20,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $55,964 | $26,716 |
| Construction Engineering Technologies. | Bachelor | $55,964 | $26,411 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $52,464 | $26,975 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $45,808 | $22,984 |
| Social Work. | Master | $43,798 | $41,000 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Bachelor | $43,798 | $20,365 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $42,309 | $23,425 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $41,937 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $41,789 |
Outcomes Overview
Maine graduates enter the workforce with $25,000 in median debt, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.51. Monthly loan payments of $265 represent about 6.5% of typical starting salaries. The 96.3% employment rate reflects strong job placement in Maine's key industries. Many graduates find work in engineering, forestry, marine sciences, and education throughout New England. The state's growing tech sector and renewable energy industry also recruit heavily from UMaine's programs. Ten years out, median earnings of $48,653 provide solid financial stability for a public university graduate. The combination of reasonable debt levels, high employment rates, and diverse career pathways creates an average return on investment.