Overview
Enrollment
The University of Maine at Machias (UMachias) is situated in the coastal town of Machias in Down East Maine, approximately 220 miles northeast of Portland. The public liberal arts college operates as a regional campus of the University of Maine system, serving students from Maine's easternmost communities since 1909. The 243-acre campus overlooks the Machias River and features a mix of historic and modern buildings surrounded by Maine's characteristic pine forests. UMachias specializes in environmental liberal arts, offering notable programs in marine biology, environmental studies, psychology, and education, with many courses incorporating hands-on fieldwork in the region's diverse coastal ecosystems. The institution maintains a small residential community with on-campus housing available in Dorward Hall, while also serving a significant population of commuter and online students.
Annual Cost to Attend
Maine Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Other Fees | $902 |
| Room and Board | $8,630 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $20,182 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Other Fees | $902 |
| Room and Board | $8,630 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,532 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Biology | 19% |
| General Studies | 19% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 17% |
| Business | 12% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 10% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=161244 IPEDS survey data for University of Maine at Machias.
Current students may use the University of Maine at Machias GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024