Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 5 selected colleges are private. By school level, all 5 schools are 4 years or high institutes.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colby College | Waterville, ME | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Bachelor's Degree | Bachelor |
| University of New England | Biddeford, ME | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| Maine College of Art & Design | Portland, ME | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Master's Degree | Bachelor, Master, Post-Graduate |
| Thomas College | Waterville, ME | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Master's Degree | Associate, Bachelor, Master |
| Husson University | Bangor, ME | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is $33,354 for State residents and $39,077 for out-of-state students. The average acceptance rate is 64.12% and graduation rate is 59.80%. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colby College | $63,520 | 8.87% | 87% | 10:1 | 2,262 |
| University of New England | $40,950 | 89.99% | 63% | 12:1 | 6,642 |
| Maine College of Art & Design | $39,830 | 72.07% | 44% | 9:1 | 491 |
| Thomas College | $29,996 | - | 51% | 19:1 | 1,394 |
| Husson University | $21,090 | 85.55% | 54% | 14:1 | 3,311 |
| Average | $33,354 / $39,077 | 64.12% | 59.80% | 12.80:1 | 2,820 |