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University Of New England

The University of New England, also known as UNE, is an independent, coeducational university comprising of two distinctive campuses in two Maine coastal cities. It was established in the year 1831. The main campus spreads across an area of more than 540 acres and includes over 25 buildings. In addition, the campus is home to a science education facility, the Harold Alfond Center for Health Sciences, and the Marine Science Education and Research Center. UNE offers degree programs in human services, health sciences, natural sciences, management, education, and the liberal arts. It is organized into the following academic units:

  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • College of Health Professions
  • College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • College of Pharmacy

UNE’s student life is diverse. The campus is home to several student clubs and organizations. The University of New England's official mascot is known as the Nor'easters.

Campus Location

11 Hills Beach Rd
Biddeford, ME 04005
USA
Main Tel: (207) 283-0171
Web Site

The campus is in a small city.

University Of New England Highlights

Where University Of New England stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

  • Many students concentrating in education and teaching, medicine, science, and family and social work.
  • High female/male ratio.
  • Number of dorm rooms for students.
  • Large number of students.

Other important characteristics:

  • Faculty tenure system
  • Library on-campus
  • Campus housing available
  • Student meal (board) plan
  • Study abroad option
  • Distance learning available
  • Part-time classes available
  • ROTC

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

DegreeTotal
Earned
Different
Programs
Master4297
Bachelor20330
Associate1272
First-professional degree1061
Post-master's certificate91
Postbaccalaureate certificate23

Students

The student enrollment at University Of New England was 3,792 in 2007 (3,407 full-time equivalent).

About 30% of the freshmen class in 2007 was male and women were 70% of the class.

Undergrads are 39% of enrolled students, graduate students are 53%, and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 7%.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs

ItemCost
State Tuition and fees$ 25,605
Room and board$ 9,860
Books and supplies$ 1,000
Other$ 3,535

Financial Aid: University Of New England participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Full-Time Faculty  Total
With tenure  64
Without tenure; working toward tenure  31
Without tenure; tenure not available  76

Housing and Meals

University Of New England provides on-campus housing for 1,170 of its 3,407 (full-time) students (as of 2007).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 19 meals weekly.

University Of New England Athletics

University Of New England is in the Commonwealth Coast Conference for major sports.

University Of New England Admissions (2007)

ApplicantsAdmitted
Men75%
Women76%
All76%

SAT Test Scores:

SATMiddle 50%
Verbal470-570
Math480-580

Programs of Study

(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses)

AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT (6 awarded)

  • Aquaculture

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (1 awarded)

  • Business Administration and Management
  • Organizational Behavior Studies

CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (6 awarded)

  • Environmental Science
  • Environmental Studies

EDUCATION AND TEACHING (285 awarded)

  • Art Teacher Education
  • Education
  • Educational Administration and Supervision
  • Elementary Education and Teaching

FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (68 awarded)

  • Social Work

LIBERAL ARTS (13 awarded)

  • English Language and Literature
  • History
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
  • Political Science and Government
  • Sociology

MATHEMATICS (0 awarded)

  • Mathematics

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (1 awarded)

  • Health/Health Care Administration/Management

MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (132 awarded)

  • Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions
  • Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
  • Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences
  • Physician Assistant

MEDICINE (106 awarded)

  • Gerontology
  • Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (DO)
  • Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)

NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (99 awarded)

  • Nurse Anesthetist
  • Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)

NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY (32 awarded)

  • Athletic Training/Trainer
  • Health and Physical Education/Fitness
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
  • Occupational Therapy/Therapist
  • Sport and Fitness Administration/Management

SCIENCE (82 awarded)

  • Biochemistry
  • Biology/Biological Sciences
  • Biomedical Sciences
  • Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography

THERAPY AND COUNSELING (45 awarded)

  • Physical Therapy/Therapist
  • Physiological Psychology/Psychobiology
  • Psychology
  • Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling

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