Best colleges for Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions in Maine
Ranked by graduate earnings
Beal University, York County Community College and Kennebec Valley Community College award the most Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions degrees and certificates in Maine: 27, 18 and 17 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 8 Maine colleges offer Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions and award 160 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions program focuses on equipping students with the skills needed to support individuals facing mental health challenges and social issues. This program is ideal for those interested…
Top 2 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 | Kennebec Valley Community College Fairfield Public · Associate degree Small program | $39,351 | 17 | 39% | — | $19,345 |
| 2 | University of Maine at Augusta Augusta Public · Bachelor's degree | $39,109 | 78 | 27% | — | $33,250 |
Colleges awarding the most Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions degrees in Maine
Top 7 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 | Beal University Bangor Private for-profit | 27 | Not reported |
| 2 | York County Community College Wells Public | 18 | Not reported |
| 3 | Kennebec Valley Community College Fairfield Public | 17 | $39,351 |
| 4 | Thomas College Waterville Private not-for-profit | 9 | Not reported |
| 5 | Washington County Community College Calais Public | 9 | Not reported |
| 6 | Eastern Maine Community College Bangor Public | 1 | Not reported |
| 7 | University of Maine at Fort Kent Fort Kent Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 1 Maine colleges offering Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maine at Augusta | Augusta | Public | 78 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (SOC 21-1023).
Top skills
What Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers earn in Maine
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions programs in Maine.
Which Maine colleges award the most Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions degrees?+
Beal University (27 graduates a year), York County Community College (18 graduates a year) and Kennebec Valley Community College (17 graduates a year) award the most Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions degrees and certificates in Maine, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 8 Maine colleges offer Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
How much do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers earn in Maine?+
The average annual wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Maine is $64,330 (median $57,050), across about 1,860 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions program?+
The Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions program focuses on equipping students with the skills needed to support individuals facing mental health challenges and social issues. This program is ideal for those interested…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop speaking, active listening, reading comprehension, critical thinking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers?+
The national job outlook is about +9.7% growth with around 13,500 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Master's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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