University Of Maine At Augusta
Location and Contact Information
46 University DrAugusta, ME 04330-9410
USA
Main Tel: (207) 621-3000
Web Site
The campus is in a town not particularly near any major cities.
Overview
The University of Maine at Augusta was founded in 1965 as the University of Maine’s continuing education division. However, in September 1967, it was given approval for operating as a campus of the University of Maine. It now has an urban campus and offers enrollment to more than 6,000 students every year. The University of Maine at Augusta has campuses in Augusta and Bangor.
Students can enroll for associates degrees or certificate programs in various areas of study. Courses are offered through the 3 primary academic units or colleges under the University of Maine at Augusta:
- Arts & Humanities
- Mathematics & Professional Studies
- Natural & Social Sciences
A large number of student organizations and clubs can be found at UMA. The Augusta campus has organizations like Audio Club, Campus Crusade for Christ, English Society, College Democrats and Independents, International Student Association and Photography Club, among others. Crazy Moose Newspaper, College Republicans, Drama Club, Multicultural Association and Student Art League are some of the student organizations of the Bangor campus.
Highlights (vs. Other Schools)
- Many students concentrating in music and therapy and counseling.
- Large number of students.
- High faculty salary.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- High female/male ratio.
School characteristics:
- The school is public.
- Academic calender: Semester.
- Carnegie classification: Baccalaureate/Associates Colleges.
Features of note:
- Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
- The school offers a faculty tenure system.
- There are one or more libraries on-campus.
- Students may study abroad.
- Distance learning is available.
- Part-time classes are available.
- Athlete financial aid is awarded.
Tuition and Financial Aid (2009-2010)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| State Tuition and fees | $ 6,855 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 15,375 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,040 |
Financial Aid
University Of Maine At Augusta participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
In 2009-2010, 86% of students received financial aid of some sort.
| Grants | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Any Grant | 65% | $4,332 |
| Institutional Grant | 21% | $1,544 |
| Federal Grant | 53% | $3,711 |
| Pell Grant | 53% | $3,436 |
| Other Federal Grant | 22% | $668 |
| State or Local Grant | 42% | $1,259 |
| Loans | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Student Loan | 57% | $4,185 |
| Federal Loan | 57% | $4,045 |
| Other Loan | 2% | $4,284 |
(Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.)
Similar Schools
Based on proprietary BrainTrack computer comparisons against all other US colleges, these schools appear to be most similar to University Of Maine At Augusta:
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| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baltimore City Community College | Baltimore, MD | 6,898 |
| 2 | Southern University at New Orleans | New Orleans, LA | 3,104 |
| 3 | City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College | Chicago, IL | 6,873 |
| 4 | Louisiana State University-Shreveport | Shreveport, LA | 4,281 |
| 5 | Alliant International University | San Diego, CA | 4,149 |
| 6 | Chicago State University | Chicago, IL | 6,820 |
| 7 | Cameron University | Lawton, OK | 5,449 |
| 8 | Sacred Heart University | Fairfield, CT | 5,958 |
| 9 | Fayetteville State University | Fayetteville, NC | 6,217 |
| 10 | Shawnee State University | Portsmouth, OH | 3,976 |
Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate | 279 | 17 |
| Bachelor | 244 | 18 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 14 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 2 | 2 |
Faculty
Tenure (2009-2010):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| With tenure | 64 | |
| Without tenure; working toward tenure | 17 | |
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 19 |
Students
Student enrollment was 4,977 in 2009-2010 (2,889 full-time equivalent).
Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.
Students under 25 years old represent 35% of the student body. About 25% of the school is at least 40 years of age.
Room and Board
On-campus housing is not available.
Graduate School Focus
University Of Maine At Augusta offers graduate (post-Bachelor) studies. The highest degree offered is the Bachelor.
Graduate offerings include continuing professional education.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2009-2010 in parentheses)
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
- Architectural Technology/Technician
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
- Accounting
- Business Administration and Management
- Financial Planning and Services
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
- Computer and Information Sciences
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
- Human Services
- Public Administration
FINE ARTS
- Fine/Studio Arts
LIBERAL ARTS
- English Language and Literature/Letters
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Library Assistant/Technician
- Library Science/Librarianship
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
- Social Sciences
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
- Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
MUSIC
- Music
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
- Photography
SCIENCE
- Biology/Biological Sciences
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
- Science Technologies/Technicians
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
- Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions