University of Maine at Augusta

  • The University of Maine at Augusta is a public college in Augusta, Maine, United States. It is part of the University of Maine System. UMA provides baccalaureate and select associate degrees for residents of Central Maine.

School Highlights

University of Maine at Augusta serves 4,412 students (28% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the state community college average of 29:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 23%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 4,412 students
  • In-state tuition: $7,448
  • Out-state tuition: $16,688
  • Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
  • Minority enrollment: 21%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 143 teachers has declined by 59% over five years.
University of Maine at Augusta
(ME) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Colors
Blue and Gold
Total Faculty
143 staff
67 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of University of Maine at Augusta has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The University of Maine at Augusta diversity score of 0.37 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 26% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,412 students
2,182 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
29:1
# Full-Time Students
1,245 students
509 students
# Part-Time Students
3,167 students
1,389 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
4,313 students
2,182 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,239 students
504 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
6 students
9 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,074 students
1,526 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
93 students
93 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
64 students
194 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
4%
4%
% Black
3%
6%
% White
79%
77%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
6%
7%
Diversity Score
0.37
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
23%
42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,800
$33,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $7,448 is more than the state average of $4,020. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $16,688 is more than the state average of $7,666. The out-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,448
$4,020
Out-State Tuition Fees
$16,688
$7,666
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$21,452
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$10,000
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Moose

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does University of Maine at Augusta cost?
University of Maine at Augusta's tuition is approximately $7,448 for In-State students and $16,688 for Out-State students.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 4,412 students
  • In-state tuition: $7,448
  • Out-state tuition: $16,688
  • Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
  • Minority enrollment: 21%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For Maine public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,020 per year for in-state students and $7,666 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,369 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

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