University of New England Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of New England is a private research university in Biddeford, Maine, enrolling about 2,135 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 91.63% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $55,921 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $44,210
- 2024 Average Net Price: $38,107 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 91.63% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,135 99.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 68.35%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 22.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 1.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 54.2%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 8,144
- Applicants (IPEDS): 5,091
- Room & Board: $18,000 annual estimate
University of New England: what the data shows
Common questions about University of New England, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of New England?
University of New England is located in Biddeford, ME (ZIP 04005-9599).
NCES locale classification: Rural distant.
Is University of New England public or private?
University of New England is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of New England cost?
Published tuition: $44,210.
Average net price after aid: $38,107.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $31,371 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $32,046 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $32,348 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $36,237 |
| $110,001+ | $41,991 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $176,840.
How hard is it to get into University of New England?
Admission rate: 91.63%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of New England?
Total enrollment: 2,135 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 8,144 students.
Graduate enrollment: 2,689 students.
About 99% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of New England?
150%-time completion rate: 68.35%.
First-year retention: 79.4%.
What do graduates of University of New England earn?
Median earnings: $48,957 six years after entry; $55,921 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,250.
11.78% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of New England known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (165 completions)
- Social Work (118 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (115 completions)
- Education, General (97 completions)
- Public Health, General (91 completions)
- Dentistry (63 completions)
- Human Nutrition (61 completions)
- Biomedical Sciences, General (60 completions)
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General (55 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (53 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of New England a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 91.63%; completion rate 68.35%; median earnings $55,921 at 10 years; net price $38,107. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$44,210
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of New England was $44,210.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$38,107
2024 Value
In 2024 University of New England had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $38,107.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$152,428 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$38,107 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$176,840 4-Year Tuition
$18,000 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$63,410 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$253,640 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of New England.
Financial Aid by Income Level
11.78% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
40.93% 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 University of New England 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 University of New England in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $33,145 | $33,145 | $29,631 |
| 2014 | $34,080 | $34,080 | $31,378 |
| 2015 | $34,760 | $34,760 | $31,266 |
| 2016 | $35,630 | $35,630 | $32,229 |
| 2017 | $36,530 | $36,530 | $33,183 |
| 2018 | $37,620 | $37,620 | $33,729 |
| 2019 | $38,750 | $38,750 | $34,118 |
| 2020 | $38,750 | $38,750 | $35,871 |
| 2021 | $39,820 | $39,820 | $35,936 |
| 2022 | $40,950 | $40,950 | $37,516 |
| 2023 | $42,550 | $42,550 | $37,109 |
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
91.63% Acceptance Rate
5,091 Total Applicants
4,523 Students Admitted
589 First-Time Students Enrolled
13.02% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of New England reported total enrollment of about 2,135 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 32% male and 68% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (84.5%), Hispanic or Latino (4.3%), and Race/ethnicity unknown (3.1%). About 11.78% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 22.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
99.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of New England in 2024 is 2,135 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 8,144 students. Graduate enrollment is about 2,689 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
79.4%
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 84.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
56.90% 100% Completion Time
68.35% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 56.90% of students graduating from University of New England completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy: 38% male / 62% female
- Social Work: 11% male / 89% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 22% male / 78% 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 University of New England.
Return on Investment
$25,250 Median Student Debt
$55,921 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
45.15% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
266.87% Return on Investment
4.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of New England.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 58 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy: 165 completions
2. Social Work: 118 completions
3. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 115 completions
4. Education, General: 97 completions
5. Public Health, General: 91 completions
6. Dentistry: 63 completions
7. Human Nutrition: 61 completions
8. Biomedical Sciences, General: 60 completions
9. Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 55 completions
Most popular programs at University of New England.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of New England graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of New England from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 54.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,669
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $12,819
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of New England is a private non-profit institution located in Biddeford, ME, classified as Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy, Social Work, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Enrollment is approximately 2,135 students. Student body composition includes White (84.5%), Hispanic or Latino (4.3%), Race/ethnicity unknown (3.1%). The admission rate is 91.63%. The 150%-time completion rate is 68.35%. Approximately 11.78% of students receive Pell Grants. About 22.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Location
Biddeford, ME 04005-9599
Region: New England
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 58 distinct degree programs, University of New England 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 University of New England located?
University of New England is located in Biddeford, ME.
What is University of New England's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of New England is 91.6% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 5,091 applicants and 4,523 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of New England cost?
Reported tuition is $44,210 and average net price is $38,107 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $18,000 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of New England?
University of New England reports undergraduate enrollment of about 8,144 students, White (84.5%), Hispanic or Latino (4.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of New England?
About 22.1% of students at University of New England are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of University of New England earn?
Median earnings are $48,957 six years after entry and $55,921 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of New England?
The 150%-time completion rate is 68.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of New England students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,250.
Is University of New England public or private?
University of New England is a private nonprofit institution located in Biddeford, ME.
Is University of New England an HBCU?
No. University of New England is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of New England a tribal college?
No. University of New England is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is University of New England a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, University of New England does not meet that proxy (reported share 4.3%).
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
- 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.