The average community college acceptance rate in Maine is approximately 69% per year (2026).
The most selective college in Maine is currently Kennebec Valley Community College, with an acceptance rate of 35%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 35%
90%
Avg. Acceptance Rate: 69%
Most Selective Community Colleges in Maine (2026)
College
Acceptance Rate
Location
Rank: #11.
Acceptance Rate: 35%
92 Western Ave
Fairfield, ME 04937
(207) 453-5000
Fairfield, ME 04937
(207) 453-5000
Rank: #22.
Maine College of Health Professions ![Maine College of Health Professions Photo - two students learning how to do IV's]( "Maine College of Health Professions Photo - two students learning how to do IV's")
Private not-for-profit
Acceptance Rate: 71%
70 Middle Street
Lewiston, ME 04240
(207) 795-2840
Lewiston, ME 04240
(207) 795-2840
Rank: #33.
Husson University
Private not-for-profit
Acceptance Rate: 81%
1 College Circle
Bangor, ME 04401
(207) 941-7000
Bangor, ME 04401
(207) 941-7000
Rank: #44.
Acceptance Rate: 90%
33 Edgemont Dr
Presque Isle, ME 04769
(207) 768-2700
Presque Isle, ME 04769
(207) 768-2700
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Maine average community college acceptance rate?
The Maine average community college acceptance rate is 69% for 2026.
What are the most selective community college in Maine?
The most selective community college in Maine include Kennebec Valley Community College, Maine College of Health Professions and Husson University.
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