The average community college acceptance rate in Maine is approximately 74% per year (2025-26).
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: 74%
Most Selective Community Colleges in Maine (2025-26)
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: 85%
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: 86%
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 74% for 2025-26.
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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