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General Information About University of Southern Maine Mission Statement * The University of Southern Maine, northern New England's outstanding public, regional, comprehensive university, is dedicated to providing students with a high-quality, accessible, affordable education. Through its undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, USM faculty members educate future leaders in the liberal arts and sciences, engineering and technology, health and social services, education, business, law, and public service. Distinguished for their teaching, research, scholarly publication, and creative activity, the faculty are committed to fostering a spirit of critical inquiry and civic participation. USM embraces academic freedom for students, faculty, and staff, and advocates diversity in all aspects of its campus life and academic work. It supports sustainable development, environmental stewardship, and community involvement. As a center for discovery, scholarship, and creativity, USM provides resources for the state, the nation, and the world. * This Mission Statement was passed by the USM Faculty Senate on October 3, 2008. Although it has not yet been approved by the University of Maine System Board of Trustees, the University of Maine System agrees to its inclusion in the ongoing work of strategic planning at USM.
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics.Institution Type - 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities - ROTC (Army, Air Force)
- Teacher certification
- Distance learning opportunities
- Study abroad
- Weekend/evening college
Student Services - Remedial services
- Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
- On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Credit for life experiences
- Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Post-master's certificate
Campus Setting - City: Small
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 4,139 Percent Admitted 84% Men Admitted 83% Women Admitted 84% Full Time Retention Rate 65% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Critical Reading 450 560 Math 440 550 Writing 440 540 -
25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Composite 18 24 English 17 24 Math 18 24 Writing 20 27
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Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $8,174 Room & Board Charge $9,120 Books & Supplies Cost $1,200 Dorm Capacity 1,513 -
Total Financial Aid Amounts Issued Pell Grants $5,950,000 Other Federal Grants $1,478,000 Scholarships & Fellowships $15,828,000 Discount Applied to Tuition/Fee $11,042,000 Average Grant Dollars Issued $1,172,500 Avg. Scholarship and Fellowships $7,914,000 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 13,158 Native American 151 Asian 178 African American 220 Hispanic 138 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 4,830 Enrolled FullTime Graduates 820




