Best colleges for Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences in Maine
Ranked by graduate earnings
Kennebec Valley Community College, Husson University and University of New England award the most Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences degrees and certificates in Maine: 83, 31 and 25 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 9 Maine colleges offer Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences and award 228 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences program provides a comprehensive education in the diverse field of allied health professions. This program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing careers that support health…
Top 3 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Husson University Bangor Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $40,361 | 31 | 59% | $18,839 | $27,000 |
| 2 | University of New England Biddeford Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $30,169 | 25 | 68% | $34,673 | $27,000 |
| 3 | Southern Maine Community College South Portland Public · Associate degree | $39,347 | 54 | 28% | — | $15,750 |
Colleges awarding the most Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences degrees in Maine
Top 8 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kennebec Valley Community College Fairfield Public | 83 | Not reported |
| 2 | Husson University Bangor Private not-for-profit | 31 | $40,361 |
| 3 | University of New England Biddeford Private not-for-profit | 25 | $30,169 |
| 4 | University of Maine at Farmington Farmington Public | 10 | Not reported |
| 5 | Washington County Community College Calais Public | 10 | Not reported |
| 6 | Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish Private not-for-profit | 7 | Not reported |
| 7 | York County Community College Wells Public | 5 | Not reported |
| 8 | Beal University Bangor Private for-profit | 3 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 1 Maine colleges offering Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Maine Community College | South Portland | Public | 54 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Health Education Specialists (SOC 21-1091).
Top skills
What Health Education Specialists earn in Maine
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences programs in Maine.
Which Maine colleges award the most Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences degrees?+
Kennebec Valley Community College (83 graduates a year), Husson University (31 graduates a year) and University of New England (25 graduates a year) award the most Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences degrees and certificates in Maine, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 9 Maine colleges offer Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences.
Which Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences program in Maine has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Husson University tops the list at $40,361. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Health Education Specialists earn in Maine?+
The average annual wage for Health Education Specialists in Maine is $61,860 (median $58,300), across about 490 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences program?+
The Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences program provides a comprehensive education in the diverse field of allied health professions. This program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing careers that support health…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop speaking, active listening, writing, learning strategies, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Health Education Specialists?+
The national job outlook is about +4.5% growth with around 7,900 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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