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Urban Colleges in Maine

10 schools in Maine. See our methodology.

Maine College of Health Professions graduates earn $79,840 annually, the highest among Maine's urban colleges, reflecting the state's healthcare job market driven by employers like MaineHealth. The 228-student Lewiston institution maintains an 83.3% graduation rate while serving a state where healthcare remains a primary economic driver. Bates College represents the other end of the spectrum with just 13.7% acceptance but 90.6% graduation rates. Community colleges dominate the affordable options, with Central Maine Community College charging $7,489 annually and Southern Maine Community College enrolling 5,279 students. These urban campuses serve students across price points from $7,489 to $36,443, preparing graduates for careers in Maine's key industries including marine services centered around Bath Iron Works, tourism operations, and the expanding healthcare sector that continues recruiting across the state's urban centers.
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Schools
$20,126
Avg. Net Price
$49,617
Avg. Earnings
49.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

Urban Colleges in Maine

College listings
# School Setting Enrollment Net Price Graduation Rate
1 City-Small 228 $20,438 83.3%
2 City-Small 1,753 $30,703 90.6%
3 City-Small 1,692 $8,036 33.0%
4 City-Small 2,828 $7,489 27.6%
5 City-Small 4,245 $11,729 46.3%
6 City-Small 5,279 $11,638 21.2%
7 City-Small 2,395 $20,798 56.7%
8 City-Small 415 $36,443 48.7%
9 City-Small 503 $33,857 34.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Maine College of Health Professions graduates earn the most?

Graduates average $79,840 annually, the highest among Maine's urban colleges. The 228-student institution focuses on healthcare training, aligning with Maine's strong medical job market led by MaineHealth and other regional healthcare systems that consistently recruit trained professionals.

How selective are Maine's urban colleges compared to graduation success?

Acceptance rates span from Bates College's competitive 13.7% to Husson University's open 91.3%. However, graduation rates vary significantly, with Bates achieving 90.6% while Southern Maine Community College graduates just 21.2% of students within standard timeframes.

Is community college the most affordable path in Maine's cities?

Central Maine Community College costs just $7,489 annually, making it the cheapest option. Southern Maine Community College charges $11,638 and enrolls 5,279 students, representing the largest urban campus serving students seeking affordable workforce training.

Does Maine College of Art & Design justify its higher costs?

At $36,443 annually, it's the most expensive option with graduates earning $40,778. The 415-student Portland campus maintains a 48.7% graduation rate, serving creative students in a state where arts contribute to tourism and cultural industries.

Where do University of Southern Maine graduates fit in the job market?

The 4,245-student Portland campus charges $11,729 with graduates earning $49,958 annually. The 46.3% graduation rate reflects its role as an accessible public option connecting students to Maine's urban job markets and state employment opportunities.

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