2024 Best Colleges with No Application Fee in Maine

• Waterville, ME•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.79 out of 5  585 reviews

Freshman: I'm loving my time here so far! I am doing computer science, and I am in an amazing dual degree program with Columbia University for engineering. However, while still being small, the computer science department is larger than I thought it would be.... Read 585 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 9%

• Net price $17,912

• SAT range 1400-1530

• Orono, ME•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.54 out of 5  2,153 reviews

Senior: UMaine is a beautiful campus. I am from the state, and it is a perfect school to transition into as an individual. I transferred from EMCC, so as expected a few credits didn't transfer over smoothly. Minus that hiccup I've had a great time back on campus after the pandemic. There are loads of clubs to join and ways to be involved as a student. I definitely recommend this school to people; we have a lot of people from out of state that attend here so it's also great to meet new friends from different places. The only real thing I'd like to see change would be advisor involvement in regard to financial aid and scholarships. It's something I myself and others have struggled with, as it is difficult to find and obtain them. Again, I love going to school here! Its a great environment to learn in.... Read 2,153 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 96%

• Net price $17,146

• SAT range 1060-1280

• Fairfield, ME•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.84 out of 5  148 reviews

Freshman: I have had the privilege of being at a University, a private college and now many years later I find myself at Kennebec Valley community College and all I can say is why didn’t I just start here in the beginning. Staff are super about their students, and they’ve handled the Pandemic amazingly . All in all they have made my returning to school seamless!... Read 148 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $8,435

• SAT range —

• Bangor, ME•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.01 out of 5  246 reviews

Senior: Overall as someone who works and goes to school full-time Eastern Maine Community College has supported me in reaching my educational goals. With their help, I am able to not only obtain my associate's degree in human services but later transfer those credits to my local university to reach my bachelor's. I am super grateful and cannot wait to keep pursuing my dream career of being a Clinician for the hospital where I currently work.... Read 246 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $10,843

• SAT range —

• Presque Isle, ME•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  30 reviews

Sophomore: Northern Maine Community college has been extremely helpful even to nontraditional students. The professors are more than willing to help with any issues that you may have. The college is easy to get around.... Read 30 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $9,327

• SAT range —

• Auburn, ME•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.98 out of 5  258 reviews

Sophomore: At Central Maine Community College, you will find amazing and helpful professors, staff, and faculty that want to see you succeed. Everything you need to get you through your everyday life can be found here, academic programs, housing, dining commons, quiet study spaces, a good community, and lots of support. At CMCC, we are a small but mighty population of people that help each other get through the hardships of college and the challenges you may face. There are many programs of study offered at CM that help students of all ages reach their academic and career goals. I live on campus, which has been one of the most helpful things I have found. Being in the college environment everyday helps you stay focused on what you need and want to achieve. For Maine residents, tuition for all of the community colleges is free for the classes of 2020-2025. Because the campus is small, as well as the amount of students attending, everyone knows everyone else, and it is a very friendly space.... Read 258 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $8,396

• SAT range —

• Farmington, ME•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.62 out of 5  423 reviews

Alum: I loved my experience at UMF in the early childhood special education program! It was a small cohort, so I really got to know my peers well over the four years and developed excellent rapport with the faculty as well. Farmington has a great small town feel, is very safe, but still offers enough entertainment during the week with Augusta and Portland being within a reasonable distance for weekend adventures. The best aspect of my program was that I started my practicum experiences my sophomore year. Most teacher prep programs don't send students into the field until their junior, or in some cases, senior year. Starting early allowed me to really pinpoint how I wanted to be involved in education. UMF worked hard to listen to its students and genuinely took its students perspective into account when making changes for safety, diversity, equity, and community engagement. If I could spend another 4 years here, I would!... Read 423 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 97%

• Net price $14,386

• SAT range —

• Presque Isle, ME•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.25 out of 5  126 reviews

Alum: In addition to their on-campus offerings, the University of Maine at Presque Isle is now now an online institution. They value real-world experience and permit you to take more classes at once than would be practical in person so that you can use your expertise to demonstrate competency. It is excellent to see a state university embracing asynchronous learning, allowing those with established careers and subject matter expertise to pursue a degree. The YourPace crew is exceptional and goes above and beyond. The YourPace student conflict enables students to simulate college-level social engagement.... Read 126 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $9,190

• SAT range —

• South Portland, ME•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  388 reviews

Senior: SMCC provided me just what I was hoping for. The beautiful campus, encouraging professors in the Marine Science center and tons of research opportunities! I was seriously connected with local marine science people so much and was able to begin my marine science career in a solid base. The marine science teachers are the best!... Read 388 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $10,245

• SAT range —

• Wells, ME•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.01 out of 5  85 reviews

Senior: I am part time student, as I am single parent with a full time job. The flexibility of in person and online classes is perfect for me. What I needed for classes to finish my liberal arts degree was always available, I never had to skip a semester to finish my degree. The professors are top notch and always available with answer any questions you may have.... Read 85 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $11,071

• SAT range —

• Portland, ME•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.48 out of 5  794 reviews

Junior: My time at the University of Southern Maine (USM) was transformative, marked by a commendable commitment to diversity, dedicated faculty, and a strong emphasis on community engagement. USM's vibrant and inclusive community provides a welcoming environment for students of diverse backgrounds. The faculty, experts in their fields, are approachable and foster meaningful interactions in small class sizes. The university's focus on practical learning experiences and community engagement enriches the overall educational journey. While USM excels in these areas, there are opportunities for improvement. Enhanced accessibility for students with disabilities and strengthened career services would further elevate the university's offerings. In conclusion, USM offers a well-rounded education, and my experience was both fulfilling and enriching. The university's commitment to growth positions it as a strong institution, and I am confident it will continue to evolve positively.... Read 794 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 87%

• Net price $9,793

• SAT range 980-1230

• Augusta, ME•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  294 reviews

Senior: My overall experience at UMA has been positive. My professors have been knowledgeable, flexible and encouraging. The courses have been challenging but worthwhile--often they were even fun! My only real complaint is that many of the upper level courses in some of the majors are not available online or asynchronously, which can make it very difficult due to the pandemic and for working adults especially to attend class, participate in discussions et cetera safely.... Read 294 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $10,619

• SAT range —

• Standish, ME•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.4 out of 5  279 reviews

Freshman: I'm not apart of the community yet, as I'll be attending in the fall on 2023. I knew immediately Saint Josephs was for me, as they were always so curious, kind, and welcoming. I toured the school 3 times, and every time was just a little different each time. You always saw something different no matter what, even if you had been multiple times. The environment is calm and friendly, and all the staff and people apart of SJC have been so caring, always reaching out and answering any questions you may have about your experience. The student body itself is so welcoming and kind, always welcoming new people with open arms and offering friendship whenever they can. The incoming freshman at SJC have been so kind, and open to meeting all the new people that could be popping in. I'm happy I chose the school when I did and truly can't picture myself in another environment.... Read 279 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 81%

• Net price $30,044

• SAT range 1020-1230

• Waterville, ME•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.59 out of 5  280 reviews

Freshman: Thomas College is an outstanding school and community. The campus is exceptional, with new facility's and hundreds of unique features- students are sure to find a favorite spot on campus. The school has a significant home away from home feel. Staff and students all know each other on a personal level and are sure to meet you with a bright smile. Located in Waterville Maine, Thomas resides on a peaceful street located right in town. Although Thomas has endless activities on campus, you can always walk into town to find more to do. Living in a small city Thomas offers twenty four hour security to ensure campus feels safe for all. Campus life is amazing for students. Another great feature at Thomas College is the dining hall, you will never go hungry at Thomas! With thousands of food options to choose from: American, wood fired pizza, Asian, Italian, soups & salads, and much more. Thomas College is an outstanding home for anyone to choose!... Read 280 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $22,031

• SAT range —

• New Gloucester, ME•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.66 out of 5  303 reviews

Junior: Unity College has been the best decision I have made in a long time. I am 49 years old and I really struggled after the death of my daughter and the health issues I faced afterwards. I chose to apply to Unity thinking that I have so much experience and real-life knowledge and I could still use that even though my body has failed me. And what I found at Unity encompasses so much more than a GPA, which I carry a 3.68 by the way. I found confidence, a welcoming community that supports me every day, and that I can still be relevant after all I have survived. Unity College has clear, concise content with relevant learning materials, and an easy-to-navigate website. I have been inspired by Unity to extend my college education and, although it is with another institution, I give all that credit to Unity. I would absolutely recommend Unity to college to anyone who wants to be in the environmental field, and because of my experience, I would recommend college to everyone!... Read 303 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 91%

• Net price $13,983

• SAT range —

• Bar Harbor, ME•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.75 out of 5  124 reviews

Freshman: The environment at COA is so warm and welcoming. In all my classes, I have been delighted to find that all my teachers are incredibly passionate about the topics that they teach about, and their main goal is to get students engaged. All my teachers, as well as the other staff that I have gotten to know, have been lovely people. Most of the courses I have taken have been incredibly interesting and engaging. The campus is so beautiful, the town is lovely, and it's so amazing living next to the ocean and Acadia National Park. The other experiences at the college have been amazing, including going out to an island to count gull nests, studying woodpeckers out in a school-owned section of a forest near by, and plenty of other wonderful opportunities.... Read 124 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 61%

• Net price $19,142

• SAT range —

• Calais, ME•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.35 out of 5  66 reviews

Freshman: I go online, I liked that my professors are kind and understanding. The four classes I've taken have all been wonderful so far.... Read 66 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,124

• SAT range —

• Fort Kent, ME•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  123 reviews

Freshman: My experience in this college during my freshman year has been excellent so far. What I enjoy about this college is the safety, this is one of the safest places I have ever been, people here leave their houses open and the keys in their cars and nothing never happens. Another aspect I enjoy about UMFK is how welcoming is the campus with new students. Since the beginning, I've felt really welcome. The staff here will help you in everything you need and facilitate you all the process of adaptation to the college. As a freshman and international student who had never lived away from home, this was extremely significant for me. Also, in this campus you can find a lot of diversity. International students are more than half of the students on campus. You can find students from every continent. This benefits you a lot personally because you get to appreciate different cultures and learn about them. The different types of people you will meet is amazing, definitely my favorite aspect.... Read 123 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $10,547

• SAT range 880-1070

• Machias, ME•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.29 out of 5  118 reviews

Junior: I am a transfer student with an AAS-T in environmental conservation. Fall will be my first semester at UMM and so far everyone I’ve spoken to has been pleasant and helpful. They have been working hard to figure out how the classes I’ve already taken will fit into their program and setting up a specialized pathway through the GIS program just for me. I am live in Washington State and am taking classes in Maine, so all of my UMM classes will be online. I am super excited to start this Fall!... Read 118 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $8,824

• SAT range 820-1050

• Augusta, ME•

• 2 Year

• grade unavailable

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $14,402

• SAT range —

• Arundel, ME•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  9 reviews

College Student: I haven't actually attended any classes yet, though tuition fees aren't too overly expensive, everyone has been incredibly helpful with all questions and concerns, and class tours had without a doubt left one of the most positive impressions on me of any campus school or company tour I had attended preceding the one I attended at the landing school.... Read 9 reviews

• grade unavailable

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $37,714

• SAT range —

• Rockport, ME•

• 4 Year

• grade unavailable

• Acceptance rate —

• Net price —

• SAT range —