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University of Southern Maine

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Overview

Founded in 1878, the University of Southern Maine is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Portland (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Maine. This institution also has a branch campus in Gorham and Lewiston. Officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, University of Southern Maine (USM) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. University of Southern Maine (USM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 146-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. USM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Southern Maine's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Southern Maine's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Southern Maine' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

University of Southern Maine's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym USM
Founded 1878
Motto Connecting You with Tomorrow
Mascot Champ the Husky
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address 96 Falmouth Street
Portland
04103-4864 Maine
United States
University of Southern Maine's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Southern Maine Phone Number +1 (800) 800 4876
University of Southern Maine Fax Number +1 (207) 780 5640
Other locations Gorham and Lewiston

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Southern Maine's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Southern Maine's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Southern Maine's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Southern Maine.

University of Southern Maine: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Southern Maine's admission information.

University of Southern Maine's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Southern Maine's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Southern Maine a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Southern Maine's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are neither required nor recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


University of Southern Maine's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


University of Southern Maine's Admission Office Admission Office

37 College Avenue
Gorham 04038
(207) 780 5670
800 800 4876

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Southern Maine.

University of Southern Maine's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Southern Maine has an enrollment range of 7,000-7,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.


University of Southern Maine's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 800-899 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Southern Maine's Control Type Control Type

University of Southern Maine is a public higher education institution.


University of Southern Maine's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Southern Maine is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Southern Maine's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


University of Southern Maine's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Southern Maine does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official University of Southern Maine's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, medium full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Balanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Professional-dominant

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Southern Maine's main facilities:


University of Southern Maine's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Southern Maine's Library

University of Southern Maine's library has 4 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 424,428 physical volumes, 9,433 physical media, 110,878 digital/electronic media and 305 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 44 full-time employees, including 8 librarians. University of Southern Maine's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

University of Southern Maine's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the University of Southern Maine provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,189 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

University of Southern Maine's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Southern Maine's main services:


University of Southern Maine's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of Southern Maine's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Southern Maine's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

University of Southern Maine's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

University of Southern Maine's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Southern Maine's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Southern Maine is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1960


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Southern Maine's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
  • Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • Council on Education for Public Health
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • Teacher Education Accreditation Council


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Southern Maine's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • University of Maine System (UMS)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Southern Maine 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of Southern Maine's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of Southern Maine's Facebook page University of Southern Maine's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of Southern Maine's X (formerly Twitter) page University of Southern Maine's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Southern Maine's YouTube channel University of Southern Maine's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of Southern Maine's Instagram page University of Southern Maine's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Southern Maine's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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