Saint Joseph's College of Maine and University of Maine are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Saint Joseph's College of Maine is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Standish, ME and UMaine is a four-year, public school located in Orono, ME.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Saint Joseph's College of Maine | vs. | University of Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Standish, Maine | Location | Orono, Maine |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Master's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Master's College and University (larger programs) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
| $44,420 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$13,326
Out-Of-State$36,756 |
| 72% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 78% |
| $27,141 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $11,894 |
| 83.51 % | Acceptance Rates | 96.64 % |
| 12.00 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 15.42 % |
| 1,040 | SAT Score | - |
| - | ACT Score | - |
| 66 % | Graduation Rate | 55 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 75 % | Retention Rate | 83 % |
| 1,454 | Student Population | 12,029 |
| 58 | Number of Faculties | 528 |
| 10 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 15 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |