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University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME, United States
Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
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At University of Southern Maine, students from families earning up to $30,000 paid an average of $10,980 a year after grants, against $21,982 for families earning over $110,000.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
Average annual cost after grants
$14,927
$4,989 below the median for 4-year colleges ($19,916).
| Family income | Average annual cost |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $10,980 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $11,278 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $12,194 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $15,400 |
| Over $110,000 | $21,982 |
Average yearly cost of attendance minus grants and scholarships for full-time, first-time undergraduates who received federal aid. Loans are not subtracted.
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Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
The published cost of attendance also covers transport and personal expenses. Out-of-state students at public colleges pay the out-of-state tuition.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
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University of Maine Main Campus
Orono, ME
Average net price $17,224, close to $14,927
Profile closeness66/100
Maine Maritime Academy
Castine, ME
Same control type (public)
Profile closeness47/100
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA
Graduation rate 49%, close to 43%
Profile closeness92/100
Framingham State University
Framingham, MA
Graduation rate 46%, close to 43%
Profile closeness90/100
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI
Graduation rate 45%, close to 43%
Profile closeness89/100
Salem State University-Massachusetts
Salem, MA
Graduation rate 49%, close to 43%
Profile closeness89/100
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT
Graduation rate 50%, close to 43%
Profile closeness85/100
Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT
Graduation rate 51%, close to 43%
Profile closeness85/100
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