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Best History Colleges in Maine

7 accredited institutions in Maine offering history programs, ranked by annual graduates (IPEDS 2023–24).

7
Colleges
297
Graduates/yr
3
Public
Bachelor's
Top Degree

Ranked: History Programs in Maine

1
PublicBachelor's
University of Southern Maine
Portland
84
Graduates/yr
79%
Acceptance
$8,316
In-State Tuition
46%
Grad Rate
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2
PublicBachelor's
University of Maine
Orono
72
Graduates/yr
96%
Acceptance
$12,000
In-State Tuition
56%
Grad Rate
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3
Private NonprofitBachelor's
Bowdoin College
Brunswick
57
Graduates/yr
8%
Acceptance
$64,304
Tuition
96%
Grad Rate
$2,706
Net Price <$30K
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4
Private NonprofitBachelor's
Colby College
Waterville
45
Graduates/yr
7%
Acceptance
$63,790
Tuition
90%
Grad Rate
$1,692
Net Price <$30K
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5
Private NonprofitBachelor's
Bates College
Lewiston
30
Graduates/yr
13%
Acceptance
$63,478
Tuition
91%
Grad Rate
$4,512
Net Price <$30K
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6
PublicBachelor's
University of Maine at Farmington
Farmington
6
Graduates/yr
98%
Acceptance
$8,910
In-State Tuition
53%
Grad Rate
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7
Private NonprofitBachelor's
University of New England
Biddeford
3
Graduates/yr
92%
Acceptance
$41,050
Tuition
63%
Grad Rate
$35,107
Net Price <$30K
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Studying History in Maine

Maine has 7 accredited colleges offering history programs, producing 297 graduates annually. Of these, 3 are public institutions with subsidized in-state tuition for Maine residents.

When evaluating programs, consider accreditation, internship placement rates, and faculty expertise. Always file the FAFSA — the net price after grants can be dramatically lower than sticker tuition, especially at public institutions.

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Data source: Graduate counts from IPEDS 2023–24 C2023_A Completions survey (NCES). Tuition, acceptance rate, and graduation rate from IPEDS HD2023, ADM2023, DRVGR2023.