Husson University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Husson University is a private research university in Bangor, Maine, serving roughly 2,618 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 80.95% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $45,025 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $23,304
- 2024 Average Net Price: $21,005 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 80.95% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,618 72.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 59.35%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 32.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 5.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 6.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 98.3%
- Average SAT Score: 1180
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,731
- Applicants (IPEDS): 2,543
- Room & Board: $12,682 annual estimate
Husson University: what the data shows
Common questions about Husson University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Husson University?
Husson University is located in Bangor, ME (ZIP 04401-2929).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Husson University public or private?
Husson University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Husson University cost?
Published tuition: $23,304.
Average net price after aid: $21,005.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,606 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,898 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,496 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $21,273 |
| $110,001+ | $25,262 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $93,216.
How hard is it to get into Husson University?
Admission rate: 80.95%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1180.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Husson University?
Total enrollment: 2,618 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,731 students.
Graduate enrollment: 604 students.
About 73% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Husson University?
150%-time completion rate: 59.35%.
First-year retention: 75.3%.
What do graduates of Husson University earn?
Median earnings: $41,554 six years after entry; $45,025 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
38.81% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Husson University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (135 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (64 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (59 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (43 completions)
- Psychology, General (37 completions)
- Legal Assistant/Paralegal (36 completions)
- Recording Arts Technology/Technician (35 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (34 completions)
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist (31 completions)
- 05.1381 (28 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Husson University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 80.95%; completion rate 59.35%; median earnings $45,025 at 10 years; net price $21,005. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$23,304
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Husson University was $23,304.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$21,005
2024 Value
In 2024 Husson University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $21,005.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$84,020 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$21,005 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$93,216 4-Year Tuition
$12,682 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,150 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$37,136 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$148,544 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Husson University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
38.81% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
71.68% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Husson University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Husson University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2015–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $16,582 | $16,582 | $18,559 |
| 2016 | $17,035 | $17,035 | $19,584 |
| 2017 | $17,561 | $17,561 | $19,280 |
| 2018 | $18,170 | $18,170 | $18,358 |
| 2019 | $18,940 | $18,940 | $18,286 |
| 2020 | $19,772 | $19,772 | $19,122 |
| 2021 | $20,430 | $20,430 | $19,688 |
| 2022 | $21,090 | $21,090 | $19,517 |
| 2023 | $22,194 | $22,194 | $20,798 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
80.95% Acceptance Rate
2,543 Total Applicants
2,198 Students Admitted
586 First-Time Students Enrolled
26.66% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1180
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Husson University reported total enrollment of about 2,618 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 35% male and 65% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (79.5%), Two or More Races (5.8%), and Black or African American (5.8%). About 38.81% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 32.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
72.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Husson University in 2024 is 2,618 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,731 students. Graduate enrollment is about 604 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
75.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 79.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
43.94% 100% Completion Time
59.35% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 43.94% of students graduating from Husson University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 53% male / 47% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 14% male / 86% female
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 56% male / 44% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Husson University.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$45,025 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
59.97% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
435.88% Return on Investment
6.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Husson University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 64 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 135 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 64 completions
3. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 59 completions
4. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 43 completions
5. Psychology, General: 37 completions
6. Legal Assistant/Paralegal: 36 completions
7. Recording Arts Technology/Technician: 35 completions
8. Physical Therapy/Therapist: 34 completions
9. Occupational Therapy/Therapist: 31 completions
Most popular programs at Husson University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Husson University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Husson University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 98.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,935
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,867
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Husson University is a private non-profit institution located in Bangor, ME, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration. Enrollment is approximately 2,618 students. Student body composition includes White (79.5%), Two or More Races (5.8%), Black or African American (5.8%). The admission rate is 80.95%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1180. The 150%-time completion rate is 59.35%. Approximately 38.81% of students receive Pell Grants. About 32.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Bangor, ME 04401-2929
Region: New England
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 64 distinct degree programs, Husson University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Husson University located?
Husson University is located in Bangor, ME.
What is Husson University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Husson University is 81.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 2,543 applicants and 2,198 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Husson University cost?
Reported tuition is $23,304 and average net price is $21,005 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,682 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Husson University?
Husson University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,731 students, White (79.5%), Two or More Races (5.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Husson University?
About 32.2% of students at Husson University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Husson University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Husson University reports midpoint SAT about 1180.
What do graduates of Husson University earn?
Median earnings are $41,554 six years after entry and $45,025 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Husson University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 59.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Husson University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is Husson University public or private?
Husson University is a private nonprofit institution located in Bangor, ME.
Is Husson University an HBCU?
No. Husson University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Husson University a tribal college?
No. Husson University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Maine college costs
- Maine colleges by ROI
- Bangor, Maine city profile
- New England regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Maine
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.