University of New England
The University of New England is Maine’s largest independent university and the state’s top college for graduates getting jobs and increasing career earnings. We offer a uniquely hands-on education on two beautiful Maine campuses—in coastal Biddeford and in Portland, our health sciences hub—as well as online and at our global campus in Tangier, Morocco. UNE is known for excellence in the health sciences, marine and environmental programs, and in-demand fields like business and computer science.
Whether you’ve chosen your path or are still exploring, UNE is a welcoming community where faculty are mentors and learning happens by doing. From your first year, you’ll collaborate across disciplines, work on real-world research, and connect with industry professionals through internships. Our global experiences, strong academics, and career-focused learning prepare you to enter the workforce confident, connected, and ready to make your mark.
Academic programs
- Research
- Science
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Nursing
- Communication
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Social Science
- Psychology
- Pharmacy
- Public health
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
First-year
As a first-year applicant to UNE, you will need to have completed high school or the equivalency. We offer a non-binding Early Action deadline for undergraduate applicants who desire early notification of their admission status. If you wish to be considered for Early Action, submit your completed application by November 15 to receive an admission decision by January 15.
For a list of application requirements, our test policy, and graduate and professional progression qualifications, please visit www.une.edu/admissions/undergrad/how-to-apply.
Transfer
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Additional information
The excellence of a UNE education has been recognized by The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report, and many others. That excellence translates into professional success for our graduates: UNE is the Brookings Institution’s #1 Maine college for increasing career earnings as well as Zippia's top college in Maine for getting a job after graduation.
We believe everyone should have access to higher education. While tuition is rising around the country, UNE has kept tuition below the national average and 9% below the average for private universities in New England.
We also provide generous financial aid packages, including roughly $44 million per year in scholarships. We work with every family and student to make their education as affordable as possible. Giving more people access to UNE education makes our community more inclusive and vibrant.
Grants and scholarships are based on achievement and financial need, with 98% of students receiving financial assistance. For more information on financial aid, visit une.edu/sfs/undergraduate.