University of New England
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of New England
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of New England is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Biddeford, Maine. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,671, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 90%. The university offers 41 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 63%, and a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Tuition and fees for students are $38,420.
Rankings
Learn more about how this school compares to other schools with rankings by BestColleges.
- #2 Ranked in Best Colleges in Maine 2023
- #2 Ranked in Best Online Colleges in Maine
- #8 Ranked in 50 Best Graduate Nursing Schools in America
- #9 Ranked in Online Master's Degree Programs
- #9 Ranked in Online Master's Degree Programs
- #10 Ranked in Best Master's in Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
90% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
76% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
63% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required or recommended
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required or recommended
Letter of recommendationRecommended
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required or recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
7k
Students enrolled
44%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
64%
Unknown
23%
Black
3%
Hispanic
2%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
5%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
25% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
11
Total Online Enrollment
2,921
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.44% online, 56% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
82% On-campus
18% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's42% online
Doctorate25% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
25%
State Grant Aid
12%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
25%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$41k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Track Field Xcountry
- Field Hockey
- Other Sports
- Softball
- Swimming
- Track Field Outdoor
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, And Related Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 12 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 13 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 14 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 15 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies. | |||
| 16 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 17 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Psychology. | |||
| 19 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 20 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.