For the 2026 school year, there are 12 community colleges serving 33,846 students in Maine (8 public colleges and 4 private colleges).
The average tuition for community colleges in Maine is approximately $4,020 per year for in-state students and $7,666 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,369 per year (view national tuition costs).
The top-ranked community colleges in Maine include Beal University and Maine College of Health Professions.
Maine community colleges have a diversity score of 0.38, which is lower than the national average of 0.74 (compared to national diversity statistics).
Minority enrollment is 22%, with the majority being Black or Hispanic and the student-teacher ratio is 17:1.
Top-Ranked Maine Community Colleges (2026)
College
Location
Quick Facts
Beal University
Private for-profit
99 Farm Road
Bangor, ME 04401
(207) 947-4591
Bangor, ME 04401
(207) 947-4591
Enrollment: 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Maine College of Health Professions
Private not-for-profit
70 Middle Street
Lewiston, ME 04240
(207) 795-2840
Lewiston, ME 04240
(207) 795-2840
Enrollment: 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Acceptance rate: 85% Private-state tuition: $9,890 Minority enrollment: 19%
1250 Turner Street
Auburn, ME 04210
(207) 755-5100
Auburn, ME 04210
(207) 755-5100
Enrollment: 4,152 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 In-state tuition: $3,750 Out-state tuition: $6,450 Minority enrollment: 34%
354 Hogan Rd
Bangor, ME 04401
(207) 974-4600
Bangor, ME 04401
(207) 974-4600
Enrollment: 3,348 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 In-state tuition: $3,810 Out-state tuition: $6,510 Minority enrollment: 21%
Husson University
Private not-for-profit
1 College Circle
Bangor, ME 04401
(207) 941-7000
Bangor, ME 04401
(207) 941-7000
Enrollment: 3,526 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Acceptance rate: 86% Private-state tuition: $16,847 Minority enrollment: 17%
92 Western Ave
Fairfield, ME 04937
(207) 453-5000
Fairfield, ME 04937
(207) 453-5000
Enrollment: 2,950 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Acceptance rate: 35% In-state tuition: $3,345 Out-state tuition: $6,045 Minority enrollment: 14%
The Landing School
Private not-for-profit
286 River Rd
Arundel, ME 04046
(207) 985-7976
Arundel, ME 04046
(207) 985-7976
Enrollment: 46 students Minority enrollment: 72%
33 Edgemont Dr
Presque Isle, ME 04769
(207) 768-2700
Presque Isle, ME 04769
(207) 768-2700
Enrollment: 1,220 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Acceptance rate: 90% In-state tuition: $2,820 Out-state tuition: $5,640 Minority enrollment: 15%
2 Fort Road
South Portland, ME 04106
(207) 741-5500
South Portland, ME 04106
(207) 741-5500
Enrollment: 8,693 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 In-state tuition: $3,880 Out-state tuition: $6,760 Minority enrollment: 24%
46 University Dr
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 621-3000
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 621-3000
Enrollment: 5,836 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 In-state tuition: $7,448 Out-state tuition: $16,688 Minority enrollment: 20%
One College Drive
Calais, ME 04619
(207) 454-1000
Calais, ME 04619
(207) 454-1000
Enrollment: 912 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 In-state tuition: $3,630 Out-state tuition: $7,058 Minority enrollment: 19%
112 College Drive
Wells, ME 04090
(207) 216-4300
Wells, ME 04090
(207) 216-4300
Enrollment: 2,238 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 In-state tuition: $3,480 Out-state tuition: $6,180 Minority enrollment: 15%
Community Colleges in Maine (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
475 Lisbon Street
Lewiston, ME 04240
(207) 333-3300
Lewiston, ME 04240
(207) 333-3300
Enrollment: 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 In-state tuition: $10,710 Out-state tuition: $10,710 Minority enrollment: 23%
Overview
This State (ME)
Total Faculty
122 staff
Number of Programs Offered
27
Student Body
Total Enrollment
2,238 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
# Full-Time Students
629 students
# Part-Time Students
1,609 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
334 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
629 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
7 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,609 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
77 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
138 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
% Asian
2%
% Hispanic
3%
% Black
5%
% White
78%
% Hawaiian
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
% Unknown races
7%
Diversity Score
0.38
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,020
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,666
Private State Tuition Fees
$13,369
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
81%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
86%
SAT Total Avg.
1,375
SAT Reading
445
SAT Math
500
SAT Writing
430
ACT Total Avg.
n/a
ACT Composite
22
ACT English
20
ACT Math
21
Frequently Asked Questions
How many community colleges are located in Maine?
There are 12 community colleges serving 33,846 students in Maine.
How much do community colleges cost in Maine?
The average tuition for community colleges in Maine is approximately $4,020 per year for in-state students and $7,666 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,369.
What are the top-ranked community colleges in Maine?
The top-ranked community colleges in Maine include Beal University and Maine College of Health Professions.
What is the community college diversity score in Maine?
Community colleges in Maine have a diversity score of 0.38, which is lower than the national average of 0.74 (compared to national diversity statistics).
How diverse are community colleges in Maine?
Community colleges in Maine have approximately 22% minority enrollment, with the majority being Black or Hispanic.
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