The student population of Central Maine Community College has grown by 29% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 has increased from 18:1 over five years.
The Central Maine Community College diversity score of 0.56 is more than the state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,152 students
2,238 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
1,601 students
629 students
# Part-Time Students
2,551 students
1,609 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
415 students
334 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,601 students
629 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
7 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,551 students
1,609 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
77 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
250 students
138 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
3%
3%
% Black
8%
5%
% White
66%
78%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
17%
7%
Diversity Score
0.56
0.38
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.226%
0.237%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4238%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,000
$33,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,750 is less than the state average of $4,020. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,450 is less than the state average of $7,666. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,750
$4,020
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,450
$7,666
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
81%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,637
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
86%
SAT Reading
n/a
445
SAT Math
n/a
500
SAT Writing
n/a
430
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Central Maine Community College traces its origin to 1963 when
the 101st Maine Legislature submitted to public referendum the
question of establishing a postsecondary vocational training
program in Androscoggin County. The voters of Maine gave their
consent for such an institution in November, 1963, and in
September, 1964, Androscoggin State Vocational Institute opened in
the facilities of a former automobile dealership at 385 Main
Street, Lewiston. In 1965 the State Board of Education renamed the
institution Central Maine Vocational Technical Institute and in
January 1966, CMVTI was moved to the present campus on Turner
Street in Auburn. The Legislature changed the name of Central Maine
Vocational Technical Institute to Central Maine Technical College
in 1989 to more accurately reflect CMTC's role and status as a
comprehensive institution of higher education. On July 1, 2003,
CMTC became Central Maine Community College, offering transfer
degrees in the arts and sciences as well as career and technical
programs. During its first year, the institution enrolled 48
students in four programs (Auto Mechanics, Building Construction,
Industrial Electricity, and Architectural Drafting) and was staffed
by 13 persons, of whom seven were instructors. The first graduating
class, consisting of six students, received diplomas in June
1965.Today there are more than 2500 students enrolled in Central
Maine Community College courses. In addition, an estimated 2,000
area residents participate each year in conferences, courses and
programs offered through the Corporate and Community Services
Division of the College. The students are served by approximately
150 faculty and staff members. Each year more than 300 students
graduate with an associate’s degree, certificate or diploma. The
College offers educational opportunities for both transfer to
baccalaureate programs and career preparation. Associate in arts
and associate in science degrees are designed as the first two
years of a more advanced degree. The associate in applied science
degree, certificates, and diplomas are designed to prepare students
for direct entry into the workplace.
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Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 4,152 students
In-state tuition: $3,750
Out-state tuition: $6,450
Student:teacher ratio: 24:1
Minority enrollment: 34%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
