Best colleges for Liberal Arts and Sciences in Maine
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Maine at Presque Isle, College of the Atlantic and University of Maine award the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees in Maine: 439, 90 and 45 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 18 Maine colleges offer Liberal Arts and Sciences and award 1,139 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Liberal Arts and Sciences program, formally known as Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, offers a broad educational foundation in various disciplines. This program is designed for students seeking a well-rounded…
Top 5 bachelor's programs, 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 | University of Maine at Presque Isle Presque Isle Public · Bachelor's degree | $38,395 | 439 | 52% | — | $24,750 |
| 2 | University of Maine Orono Public · Bachelor's degree | $34,404 | 45 | 55% | — | $21,166 |
| 3 | University of Maine at Augusta Augusta Public · Bachelor's degree | $39,982 | 119 | 27% | — | $27,841 |
| 4 | Husson University Bangor Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $36,809 | 17 | 59% | $18,839 | $31,000 |
| 5 | University of Southern Maine Portland Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $29,716 | 12 | 40% | — | $25,000 |
Top 3 certificate and associate programs
Shorter credentials, ranked separately so they are not compared with four-year degrees. Ranked by median earnings one year after completion (often called starting salary), College Scorecard.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kennebec Valley Community College Fairfield Public · Associate degree | $32,448 | 53 | 39% | — | $15,000 |
| 2 | Central Maine Community College Auburn Public · Associate degree | $31,646 | 100 | 30% | — | $15,575 |
| 3 | Southern Maine Community College South Portland Public · Associate degree | $27,742 | 152 | 28% | — | $10,250 |
Colleges awarding the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees in Maine
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, 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 | University of Maine at Presque Isle Presque Isle Public | 439 | $38,395 |
| 2 | College of the Atlantic Bar Harbor Private not-for-profit | 90 | Not reported |
| 3 | University of Maine Orono Public | 45 | $34,404 |
| 4 | University of Maine at Farmington Farmington Public | 24 | Not reported |
| 5 | Eastern Maine Community College Bangor Public | 23 | Not reported |
| 6 | University of Maine at Fort Kent Fort Kent Public | 17 | Not reported |
| 7 | Husson University Bangor Private not-for-profit | 17 | $36,809 |
| 8 | York County Community College Wells Public | 15 | Not reported |
| 9 | University of Southern Maine Portland Public | 12 | $29,716 |
| 10 | Northern Maine Community College Presque Isle Public | 7 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 8 Maine colleges offering Liberal Arts and Sciences
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Maine Community College | South Portland | Public | 152 |
| University of Maine at Augusta | Augusta | Public | 119 |
| Central Maine Community College | Auburn | Public | 100 |
| Kennebec Valley Community College | Fairfield | Public | 53 |
| Institute for Doctoral Studies in the Visual Arts (Graduate only) | Portland | Private not-for-profit | 15 |
| Saint Joseph's College of Maine | Standish | Private not-for-profit | 6 |
| Washington County Community College | Calais | Public | 4 |
| Thomas College | Waterville | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Postsecondary Teachers, All Other (SOC 25-1199).
What Postsecondary Teachers, All Other earn in Maine
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Liberal Arts and Sciences programs in Maine.
Which Maine colleges award the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees?+
University of Maine at Presque Isle (439 graduates a year), College of the Atlantic (90 graduates a year) and University of Maine (45 graduates a year) award the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees in Maine, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 18 Maine colleges offer Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Which Liberal Arts and Sciences program in Maine has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Maine at Presque Isle tops the list at $38,395. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Postsecondary Teachers, All Other earn in Maine?+
The average annual wage for Postsecondary Teachers, All Other in Maine is $70,260 (median $59,950), across about 280 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Liberal Arts and Sciences program?+
The Liberal Arts and Sciences program, formally known as Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, offers a broad educational foundation in various disciplines. This program is designed for students seeking a well-rounded…
What is the job outlook for Postsecondary Teachers, All Other?+
The national job outlook is about +1.8% growth with around 13,500 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Doctoral or professional degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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