Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Maine including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2024-2025.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bowdoin College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,886) | ✔ ($8,722) |
| 2 | Colby College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,398) | ✔ ($7,870) |
| 3 | Bates College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,731) | ✔ |
| 4 | University of New England | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,580) | ✔ |
| 5 | Husson University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,117) | ✔ ($5,883) |
| 6 | University of Maine | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,717) | ✔ ($6,032) |
| 7 | Saint Joseph's College of Maine | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (780) | ✔ |
| 8 | College of the Atlantic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (253) | ✔ ($3,660) |
| 9 | University of Southern Maine | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,285) | ✔ ($5,300) |
| 10 | Thomas College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (573) | ✔ ($6,166) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Maine including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bowdoin College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 2 | Colby College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | Bates College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 4 | University of New England | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 5 | Husson University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 6 | University of Maine | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 7 | Saint Joseph's College of Maine | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 8 | College of the Atlantic | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 9 | University of Southern Maine | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 10 | Thomas College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Maine. Among 10 best schools in Maine, 9 schools are NAA members, and 9 schools are NCAA members.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bowdoin College | NAA, NCAA | New England Small College Ath Conf | New England Small College Ath Conf | New England Small College Ath Conf | 17 athletic programs |
| 2 | Colby College | NAA, NCAA | New England Small College Ath Conf | New England Small College Ath Conf | New England Small College Ath Conf | 18 athletic programs |
| 3 | Bates College | NAA, NCAA | New England Small College Ath Conf | New England Small College Ath Conf | New England Small College Ath Conf | 16 athletic programs |
| 4 | University of New England | NAA, NCAA | Commonwealth Coast Conference | Commonwealth Coast Conference | - | 10 athletic programs |
| 5 | Husson University | NAA, NCAA | Eastern Collegiate Football Conference | - | ||
| 6 | University of Maine | NAA, NCAA | Coastal Athletic Association | America East | America East | 9 athletic programs |
| 7 | Saint Joseph's College of Maine | NAA, NCAA | - | Great Northeast Athletic Conference | Great Northeast Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| 8 | College of the Atlantic | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 9 | University of Southern Maine | NAA, NCAA | - | 12 athletic programs | ||
| 10 | Thomas College | NAA, NCAA | - | 8 athletic programs | ||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in Maine including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bowdoin College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 2 | Colby College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 | Bates College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 4 | University of New England | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 5 | Husson University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 6 | University of Maine | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 7 | Saint Joseph's College of Maine | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 8 | College of the Atlantic | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | University of Southern Maine | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 10 | Thomas College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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