Tuition and Fees
2024-25 Tuition and Fees – UMaine (Orono Campus)
| Program | Maine and Canadian Resident | Non-Resident | NEBHE* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $412 | $1,193 | $721 |
| Graduate | $557 | $1,696 | $975 |
| Graduate-Business** | $750 | $750 | $750 |
| Graduate-Graduate Assistants*** | $557 | $557 | $557 |
** The Maine Business School has an all-inclusive tuition and fee rate for its graduate business programs. These programs will not be assessed a differential tuition program rate or infrastructure & technology fee. Other course or program fees may apply, where applicable.
*** Beginning in the 2024 / 25 academic year, all graduate assistants will be assessed tuition in their own rate category equal to resident tuition. In practice, this was the case prior to this academic year since assistantships are awarded tuition waivers, which cover the cost of in-state tuition. This separate rate eliminates the additional waiver to cover the difference between resident and non-resident tuition.
Members or Veterans of the US Armed Forces
A current member of the United States Armed Forces or a Veteran of the United States Armed Forces who has been honorably discharged will be billed at the in-state (Maine resident) tuition rate. Veterans must supply a DD214, Certificate of eligibility for GI bill™, or Military ID card. Active-duty members must supply a copy of their Military ID card. All dependents using a GI Bill™ are billed at the in-state (Maine resident) tuition rate.
Please visit Veterans’ Education and Transition Services for more information.
A differential tuition charge per credit hour will be charged for each undergraduate course taken within programs offered by the Maine Business School, Maine College of Engineering & Computing, and the School of Nursing. This charge is in addition to base tuition at both the Orono and Machias campuses, and replaces numerous program, course, and lab fees.
Undergraduate
| Program (Course Prefix) | Differential Rate |
|---|---|
| Business (ACC, BIS, BUA, FIN, INV, MGT, MKT, SPT | $48 |
| Engineering**** (BEN, CHE, CET, ECE, EET, GEE, MEE, MET, SVT) | $48 |
| Nursing (NUR) | $50 |
For Graduate programs, a differential tuition charge per term is charged for any student enrolled in programs offered by the Maine College of Engineering & Computing or the School of Nursing. This charge is in addition to base tuition and replaces numerous program, course, and lab fees.
Graduate
| Program | Less than 6 credit hours | 6+ credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering**** | $168 | $335 |
| Nursing | $199 | $397 |
Alternative tuition rates apply to students enrolled in fully online-only programs+ through UMaineOnline. View a list of UMaineOnline degrees and certificates.
| Program | Maine and Canadian Resident | Non-Resident | NEBHE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $400 | $500 | $500 |
| Graduate-Business | $750 | $750 | $750 |
| Graduate-Engineering***** | $732 | $732 | $732 |
| Graduate-Education***** | $567 | $567 | $567 |
| Graduate- All Others***** | $608 | $608 | $608 |
+ Eligibility for e-Rates is based on enrollment in an all-online program, or a program which can be offered all-online or in-person where a student has self-identified as being all online. In those circumstances, a student cannot take more than 3 credits of in-person coursework, or they will be removed from e-Rate eligibility and charged the standard in-person rates.
Undergraduate Activity Fee (per Term)
| 2023/2024 Academic Year | 2024/2025 Academic Year | |
|---|---|---|
| 6+ credit hours | $78 | $78 |
Graduate Activity Fee (per Term)
| 2023/2024 Academic Year | 2024/2025 Academic Year | |
|---|---|---|
| Less than 6 credit hours | $60 | $60 |
| 6+ credit hours | $75 | $75 |
Activity Fee: A student-approved mandatory fee that is administered by the students for educational, cultural, social, and recreational purposes. Changes to this fee require the approval of the student body, University President, Chancellor, and Board of Trustees.
Infrastructure & Technology Fee: All students are charged an Infrastructure & Technology Fee of $27 per credit hour for the 2024/2025 Academic Year. This fee supports deferred maintenance, construction, and renovation of campus facilities that provide instruction, research, and student services, as well as enhance the campus information technology and educational environment necessary to meet the technological demands of the University of Maine community.
Online Fee: A fee of $25 per credit hour will be charged for all online courses. The Online Fee supports and enhances the quality of online programming and the student learning experience. Supported student services include, but are not limited to: online orientation, online tutoring, online proctoring, online library resources, universal design, and online advising support. In addition to these student services, the online fee helps foster excellence in course quality by supporting online faculty in learning design, adaptive learning tools, production assistance, and the use of emerging technologies and communications.
AMP Course Materials Fee: Digital textbooks are provided for selected courses to bring UM students competitively priced course material. The cost is charged to the student’s account as a separate charge. The content can be accessed on the first day of class through the student’s Brightspace account. A student can opt-out at that time, and the fee will be reversed. For questions regarding this charge, contact the bookstore at um.bookstore@maine.edu.
Late Payment Fee: If financial aid, a waiver, or a graduate assistantship has been awarded but is not shown on the bill, if an installment plan has been completed but is not shown on the bill, or if your bill is to be paid in part or in whole by your employer or another agency, and is not shown on the bill, such information must be entered in the Anticipated Resources area of Student Self-Service on MaineStreet (Path: Student Self-Service / Self Service / Campus Finances /Anticipated Resources). Failure to provide this information and pay any remaining balance will result in a $50.00 monthly Late Payment Fee.
First Year Residential Experience Fee: A one-time fee of $50.00 is assessed to all first year residential students taking any credit hours on the University of Maine campus or taking courses changed from on-campus to remote or hybrid delivery due to COVID-19. The First Year Residential Experience environment requires cutting-edge programming. The goals of the First Year Residential Experience fall into three broad categories: academic achievement, social integration, and student development. Specifically, the goals of the First Year Residential Experience include:
1. Increase student-to-student interactions.
2. Increase student-to -faculty interactions.
3. Create study environments in the Residence halls and promote/reinforce student academic endeavors.
4. Develop strong student study skills and study habits.
5. Create opportunities for altruism, activism, and citizenship development in the First Year Residential Experience.
6. Create social engagement opportunities between students.
7. Promote diversity and discussion around racial, ethnic, and social issues.
8. Create and promote mentoring and tutoring connections between students.
9. Support UMaine traditions, history, and lore.
Please contact Andrea Gifford, Associate Dean of Students and Director of Student and Administrative Support Services, by email at agifford@maine.edu or by phone at 207.581.1406 with any questions concerning this fee.
Math Placement Exam Fee: The University of Maine requires an ALEKS Placement, Preparation and Learning (ALEKS PPL) Assessment to determine readiness for mathematics courses. ALEKS PPL is a web-based program that uses artificial intelligence to map a student’s strengths and weaknesses. More information is available at: https://umaine.edu/clasadvisingcenter/math-placement-exam/
Students will be billed $25 for using the ALEKS Placement Assessment. This fee appears on their student account, viewable on MaineStreet, as a Math Placement Exam fee. This small fee covers three possible attempts and access to one Prep and Learning Module. If you need to access an additional Prep and Learning Module, please reach out to your advisor.Student Health Insurance: Student health insurance options available at the University of Maine
Non-Degree Application Fee: A one-time $25 fee for new non-degree undergraduate applicants to cover related administrative expenses.
Social Work Program Fee: A fee of $25 per course will be charged for all Social Work practicums (Field Internships) within the School of Social Work. The Social Work Program Fee is to cover the differential costs associated Social Work courses.
Athletic Training Program Fee: A one-time $90 fee assessed to students in the program which provides lifetime access to ATrack, an online tracking tool giving students the ability to track information related to athletic training clinical education experiences, as well as other features necessary for this program.
Spatial Program Fee: A fee of $100 per course will be charged for all Spatial Information Science and Engineering (SIE) course designators within the School of Computing and Information Science. The Spatial Program Fee is to cover the differential costs associated with Spatial Information Science and Engineering Courses.
Communication Sciences and Disorders Graduate Program Fee: A fee of $600.00 will be charged per semester for 1st and 2nd year matriculated graduate students. The fee is to cover the differential costs associated with the graduate program in Communication Sciences and Disorders.
Sonia Fee: The School of Social Work uses Sonia LIVE as a comprehensive online data management system for all student activities related to the field practicums. Students enrolled in the BSW and MSW programs are required to pay a $25 fee each time they are in a field placement. The Sonia system will enable them to complete field applications, access information about field sites, and store their field evaluations. BSW students will be charged one time at the start of their senior year. If they enter the MSW program as an Advanced Standing student, they will be charged an additional $25 at the start of their specialization year field practicum. MSW students who do not have a BSW will be charged a fee for each of their two field placements, both the generalist year and specialization year field practicums ($50 total). Students will have lifetime access to the Sonia system.
COEHD Support System Technology Fee: Fee Purpose – The College of Education uses a number of technology systems to support students, and provide targeted interventions when appropriate. These systems help ensure student success in their programs, their internship experiences, their licensing, and help to evaluate and improve the programs the students are in. This fee is used to help cover part of the costs to the college of providing these systems of support. These include but are not limited to Taskstream’s SLL, department level support systems, and targeted intervention systems. Fee amount – One time $275 fee charged on enrollment into a COEHD Undergraduate Program.
Applied Music Course Fee: Music majors and some music minors will be charged a fee of $100 for half hour private lessons or $200 for one hour private lessons. Non music majors will be charged a fee of $300 for half hour private lessons or $600 for one hour private lessons.
Travel Study Course Fee: Travel Study Course Fee will be charged to students who choose to participate in a travel study course. The Travel Study Course Fee is to cover the differential costs associated with each travel study course and will vary by course.
Undergraduate
Maine and Canadian Resident — $412
Non-Resident — $1,193
NEBHE* — $721
Graduate
Maine and Canadian Resident — $557
Non-Resident — $1,696
NEBHE* — $975
Graduate-Business**
Maine and Canadian Resident — $750
Non-Resident — $750
NEBHE* — $750
Graduate- Graduate Assistants ***
Maine and Canadian Resident — $557
Non-Resident — $557
NEBHE* — $557
* The NEBHE Regional Student Program allows students from New England states to attend the University of Maine at a reduced tuition rate for selected academic programs. Find eligible states and programs.
** The Maine Business School has an all-inclusive tuition and fee rate for its graduate business programs. These programs will not be assessed a differential tuition program rate or infrastructure & technology fee. Other course or program fees may apply, where applicable.
*** Beginning in the 2024 / 25 academic year, all graduate assistants will be assessed tuition in their own rate category equal to resident tuition. In practice, this was the case prior to this academic year since assistantships are awarded tuition waivers, which cover the cost of in-state tuition. This separate rate eliminates the additional waiver to cover the difference between resident and non-resident tuition.
Members or Veterans of the US Armed Forces
A current member of the United States Armed Forces or a Veteran of the United States Armed Forces who has been honorably discharged will be billed at the in-state (Maine resident) tuition rate. Veterans must supply a DD214, Certificate of eligibility for GI bill™, or Military ID card. Active-duty members must supply a copy of their Military ID card. All dependents using a GI Bill™ are billed at the in-state (Maine resident) tuition rate.
Please visit Veterans’ Education and Transition Services for more information.
A differential tuition charge per credit hour will be charged for each undergraduate course taken within programs offered by the Maine Business School, Maine College of Engineering & Computing, and the School of Nursing. This charge is in addition to base tuition at both the Orono and Machias campuses, and replaces numerous program, course, and lab fees.
Undergraduate
Business (ACC, BIS, FIN, INV, MGT, MKT, SPT) — $48
Engineering**** (BEN, CHE, CIE, CET, ECE, EET, GEE, MEE, MET, SVT) — $48
Nursing (NUR) — $50
For Graduate programs, a differential tuition charge per term is charged for any student enrolled in programs offered by the Maine College of Engineering & Computing or the School of Nursing. This charge is in addition to base tuition and replaces numerous program, course, and lab fees.
Graduate
Less than 6 credit hours
Engineering**** — $168
Nursing — $199
6+ credit hours
Engineering**** — $335
Nursing — $397
**** The Maine College of Engineering and Computing differential does not currently apply to Computer Science or Data Science and Engineering programs.
Alternative tuition rates apply to students enrolled in fully online-only programs through UMaineOnline. View a list of UMaineOnline degrees and certificates.
Undergraduate
Maine and Canadian Resident — $400
Non-Resident — $500
NEBHE — $500
Graduate-Engineering*****
Maine and Canadian Resident — $732
Non-Resident — $732
NEBHE — $732
Graduate-Education*****
Maine and Canadian Resident — #567
Non-Resident — #567
NEBHE — #567
Graduate-All Others*****
Maine and Canadian Resident — $608
Non-Resident — $608
NEBHE — $608
***** Differential tuition, activity fees, and infrastructure & technology fees do not apply to graduate student e-Rates. Other course or program fees may apply. The Computer Science and Data Science and Engineering programs are not included in the Engineering online rate. The “Graduate – All Others” rate would apply.
Undergraduate Activity Fee (per Term)
2023/2024 Academic year
6+ credit hours — $78
2024/2025 Academic Year
6+ credit hours — $78
Graduate Activity Fee (per Term)
2023/2024 Academic year
Less than 6 credit hours — $60
6+ credit hours — $75
2024-2025 Academic year
Less than 6 credit hours — $60
6+ credit hours — $75
Activity Fee: A student-approved mandatory fee that is administered by the students for educational, cultural, social, and recreational purposes. Changes to this fee require the approval of the student body, University President, Chancellor, and Board of Trustees.
Infrastructure & Technology Fee: All students are charged an Infrastructure & Technology Fee of $27 per credit hour for the 2024/2025 Academic Year. This fee supports deferred maintenance, construction, and renovation of campus facilities that provide instruction, research, and student services, as well as enhance the campus information technology and educational environment necessary to meet the technological demands of the University of Maine community.
Online Fee: A fee of $25 per credit hour will be charged for all online courses. The Online Fee supports and enhances the quality of online programming and the student learning experience. Supported student services include, but are not limited to: online orientation, online tutoring, online proctoring, online library resources, universal design, and online advising support. In addition to these student services, the online fee helps foster excellence in course quality by supporting online faculty in learning design, adaptive learning tools, production assistance, and the use of emerging technologies and communications.
AMP Course Materials Fee: Digital textbooks are provided for selected courses to bring UM students competitively priced course material. The cost is charged to the student’s account as a separate charge. The content can be accessed on the first day of class through the student’s Brightspace account. A student can opt-out at that time, and the fee will be reversed. For questions regarding this charge, contact the bookstore at um.bookstore@maine.edu.
Late Payment Fee: If financial aid, a waiver, or a graduate assistantship has been awarded but is not shown on the bill, if an installment plan has been completed but is not shown on the bill, or if your bill is to be paid in part or in whole by your employer or another agency, and is not shown on the bill, such information must be entered in the Anticipated Resources area of Student Self-Service on MaineStreet (Path: Student Self-Service / Self Service / Campus Finances /Anticipated Resources). Failure to provide this information and pay any remaining balance will result in a $50.00 monthly Late Payment Fee.
First Year Residential Experience Fee: A one-time fee of $50.00 is assessed to all first year residential students taking any credit hours on the University of Maine campus or taking courses changed from on-campus to remote or hybrid delivery due to COVID-19. The First Year Residential Experience environment requires cutting-edge programming. The goals of the First Year Residential Experience fall into three broad categories: academic achievement, social integration, and student development. Specifically, the goals of the First Year Residential Experience include:
1. Increase student-to-student interactions.
2. Increase student-to -faculty interactions.
3. Create study environments in the Residence halls and promote/reinforce student academic endeavors.
4. Develop strong student study skills and study habits.
5. Create opportunities for altruism, activism, and citizenship development in the First Year Residential Experience.
6. Create social engagement opportunities between students.
7. Promote diversity and discussion around racial, ethnic, and social issues.
8. Create and promote mentoring and tutoring connections between students.
9. Support UMaine traditions, history, and lore.
Please contact Andrea Gifford, Associate Dean of Students and Director of Student and Administrative Support Services, by email at agifford@maine.edu or by phone at 207.581.1406 with any questions concerning this fee.
Math Placement Exam Fee: The University of Maine requires an ALEKS Placement, Preparation and Learning (ALEKS PPL) Assessment to determine readiness for mathematics courses. ALEKS PPL is a web-based program that uses artificial intelligence to map a student’s strengths and weaknesses. More information is available at: https://umaine.edu/clasadvisingcenter/math-placement-exam/
Students will be billed $25 for using the ALEKS Placement Assessment. This fee appears on their student account, viewable on MaineStreet, as a Math Placement Exam fee. This small fee covers three possible attempts and access to one Prep and Learning Module. If you need to access an additional Prep and Learning Module, please reach out to your advisor.Student Health Insurance: Student health insurance options available at the University of Maine
Non-Degree Application Fee: A one-time $25 fee for new non-degree undergraduate applicants to cover related administrative expenses.
Social Work Program Fee: A fee of $25 per course will be charged for all Social Work practicums (Field Internships) within the School of Social Work. The Social Work Program Fee is to cover the differential costs associated Social Work courses.
Athletic Training Program Fee: A one-time $90 fee assessed to students in the program which provides lifetime access to ATrack, an online tracking tool giving students the ability to track information related to athletic training clinical education experiences, as well as other features necessary for this program.
Spatial Program Fee: A fee of $100 per course will be charged for all Spatial Information Science and Engineering (SIE) course designators within the School of Computing and Information Science. The Spatial Program Fee is to cover the differential costs associated with Spatial Information Science and Engineering Courses.
Communication Sciences and Disorders Graduate Program Fee: A fee of $600.00 will be charged per semester for 1st and 2nd year matriculated graduate students. The fee is to cover the differential costs associated with the graduate program in Communication Sciences and Disorders.
Sonia Fee: The School of Social Work uses Sonia LIVE as a comprehensive online data management system for all student activities related to the field practicums. Students enrolled in the BSW and MSW programs are required to pay a $25 fee each time they are in a field placement. The Sonia system will enable them to complete field applications, access information about field sites, and store their field evaluations. BSW students will be charged one time at the start of their senior year. If they enter the MSW program as an Advanced Standing student, they will be charged an additional $25 at the start of their specialization year field practicum. MSW students who do not have a BSW will be charged a fee for each of their two field placements, both the generalist year and specialization year field practicums ($50 total). Students will have lifetime access to the Sonia system.
COEHD Support System Technology Fee: Fee Purpose – The College of Education uses a number of technology systems to support students, and provide targeted interventions when appropriate. These systems help ensure student success in their programs, their internship experiences, their licensing, and help to evaluate and improve the programs the students are in. This fee is used to help cover part of the costs to the college of providing these systems of support. These include but are not limited to Taskstream’s SLL, department level support systems, and targeted intervention systems. Fee amount – One time $275 fee charged on enrollment into a COEHD Undergraduate Program.
Applied Music Course Fee: Music majors and some music minors will be charged a fee of $100 for half hour private lessons or $200 for one hour private lessons. Non music majors will be charged a fee of $300 for half hour private lessons or $600 for one hour private lessons.
Travel Study Course Fee: Travel Study Course Fee will be charged to students who choose to participate in a travel study course. The Travel Study Course Fee is to cover the differential costs associated with each travel study course and will vary by course.
2024-25 Tuition and Fees – UMaine Machias (Coastal Campus)
| Program | Maine and Canadian Resident* | Non-Resident | NEBHE** |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $299 | $582 | $523 |
** The NEBHE Regional Student Program allows students from New England states to attend the University of Maine at a reduced tuition rate for selected academic programs. Find eligible states and programs.
A differential tuition charge per credit hour will be charged for each undergraduate course taken within programs offered by the Maine Business School, Maine College of Engineering & Computing, and the School of Nursing. This charge is in addition to base tuition at both the Orono and Machias campuses, and replaces numerous program, course, and lab fees.
Undergraduate
| Program (Course Prefix) | Differential Rate |
|---|---|
| Business (ACC, BIS, BUA, FIN, INV, MGT, MKT, SPT | $48 |
| Engineering**** (BEN, CHE, CET, ECE, EET, GEE, MEE, MET, SVT) | $48 |
| Nursing (NUR) | $50 |
For Graduate programs, a differential tuition charge per term is charged for any student enrolled in programs offered by the Maine College of Engineering & Computing or the School of Nursing. This charge is in addition to base tuition and replaces numerous program, course, and lab fees.
Graduate
| Program | Less than 6 credit hours | 6+ credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering**** | $168 | $335 |
| Nursing | $199 | $397 |
Alternative tuition rates apply to students enrolled in online-only programs+ through UMMOnline. View a list of UMMOnline degrees and certificates.
| Program | Maine and Canadian Resident | Non-Resident | NEBHE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $299 | $362 | $362 |
Student Activity Fee (per term excluding Summer)
A student-approved mandatory fee that is administered by the students for educational, cultural, social, and recreational purposes. Changes to this fee require the approval of the student body, University President, Chancellor, and Board of Trustees.
Up to 13 credits per semester — $9/credit hour
14+ credit hours — $270/term
Infrastructure & Technology Fee — $27/credit hour
Infrastructure & Technology Fee: All students are charged an Infrastructure & Technology Fee of $27 per credit hour for the 2024/2025 Academic Year. This fee supports deferred maintenance, construction, and renovation of campus facilities that provide instruction, research, and student services, as well as enhance the campus information technology and educational environment necessary to meet the technological demands of the University of Maine community.
Online Fee: A fee of $25 per credit hour will be charged for all online courses. The Online Fee supports and enhances the quality of online programming and the student learning experience. Supported student services include, but are not limited to: online orientation, online tutoring, online proctoring, online library resources, universal design, and online advising support. In addition to these student services, the online fee helps foster excellence in course quality by supporting online faculty in learning design, adaptive learning tools, production assistance, and the use of emerging technologies and communications.
Equitable Access (Course Materials) Fee: Digital textbooks are provided for selected courses to bring UM students competitively priced course material. The cost is charged to the student’s account as a separate charge. The content can be accessed on the first day of class through the student’s Brightspace account. A student can opt-out at that time, and the fee will be reversed. For questions regarding this charge, contact the bookstore at um.bookstore@maine.edu.
Late Payment Fee: If financial aid, a waiver, or a graduate assistantship has been awarded but is not shown on the bill, if an installment plan has been completed but is not shown on the bill, or if your bill is to be paid in part or in whole by your employer or another agency, and is not shown on the bill, such information must be entered in the Anticipated Resources area of Student Self-Service on MaineStreet (Path: Student Self-Service / Self Service / Campus Finances /Anticipated Resources). Failure to provide this information and pay any remaining balance will result in a $50.00 monthly Late Payment Fee.
Math Placement Exam Fee: The University of Maine requires an ALEKS Placement, Preparation and Learning (ALEKS PPL) Assessment to determine readiness for mathematics courses. ALEKS PPL is a web-based program that uses artificial intelligence to map a student’s strengths and weaknesses. More information is available at: https://umaine.edu/clasadvisingcenter/math-placement-exam/
Students will be billed $25 for using the ALEKS Placement Assessment. This fee appears on their student account, viewable on MaineStreet, as a Math Placement Exam fee. This small fee covers three possible attempts and access to one Prep and Learning Module. If you need to access an additional Prep and Learning Module, please reach out to your advisor.
Student Health Insurance: Student health insurance options available at the University of Maine
Non-Degree Application Fee: A one-time $25 fee for new non-degree undergraduate applicants to cover related administrative expenses.
Social Work Program Fee: A fee of $25 per course will be charged for all Social Work practicums (Field Internships) within the School of Social Work. The Social Work Program Fee is to cover the differential costs associated Social Work courses.
Athletic Training Program Fee: A one-time $90 fee assessed to students in the program which provides lifetime access to ATrack, an online tracking tool giving students the ability to track information related to athletic training clinical education experiences, as well as other features necessary for this program.
Spatial Program Fee: A fee of $100 per course will be charged for all Spatial Information Science and Engineering (SIE) course designators within the School of Computing and Information Science. The Spatial Program Fee is to cover the differential costs associated with Spatial Information Science and Engineering Courses.
Communication Sciences and Disorders Graduate Program Fee: A fee of $600.00 will be charged per semester for 1st and 2nd year matriculated graduate students. The fee is to cover the differential costs associated with the graduate program in Communication Sciences and Disorders.
Sonia Fee: The School of Social Work uses Sonia LIVE as a comprehensive online data management system for all student activities related to the field practicums. Students enrolled in the BSW and MSW programs are required to pay a $25 fee each time they are in a field placement. The Sonia system will enable them to complete field applications, access information about field sites, and store their field evaluations. BSW students will be charged one time at the start of their senior year. If they enter the MSW program as an Advanced Standing student, they will be charged an additional $25 at the start of their specialization year field practicum. MSW students who do not have a BSW will be charged a fee for each of their two field placements, both the generalist year and specialization year field practicums ($50 total). Students will have lifetime access to the Sonia system.
COEHD Support System Fee: The College of Education uses TaskStream-Tk20 as a comprehensive online data management system for all Academic Programs related to teacher or administrator certification. Students enrolled in any of these programs are required to purchase an account with Taskstream-Tk20. This account will enable them to complete Key Assessments, build professional portfolios, and provide information regarding field experiences, student teaching and administrative internships. There is a one-time $139 fee for a TaskStream-Tk20 account, which will be applied in Maine Street once a student starts a term in a participating program. The account will be active for seven years after the date of activation.
Applied Music Course Fee: Music majors and some music minors will be charged a fee of $100 for half hour private lessons or $200 for one hour private lessons. Non music majors will be charged a fee of $300 for half hour private lessons or $600 for one hour private lessons.
Travel Study Course Fee: Travel Study Course Fee will be charged to students who choose to participate in a travel study course. The Travel Study Course Fee is to cover the differential costs associated with each travel study course and will vary by course.
Undergraduate
Maine and Canadian Resident* — $299
Non-Resident — $582
NEBHE** — $523
* Military veterans, active-duty members of the military, and those eligible for dependent benefits will also qualify for the in-state tuition rate, regardless of their state of residence. Visit the Office of Student Records for more info.
** The NEBHE Regional Student Program allows students from New England states to attend the University of Maine at a reduced tuition rate for selected academic programs. Find eligible states and programs.
A differential tuition charge per credit hour will be charged for each undergraduate course taken within programs offered by the Maine Business School, Maine College of Engineering & Computing, and the School of Nursing. This charge is in addition to base tuition at both the Orono and Machias campuses, and replaces numerous program, course, and lab fees.
Undergraduate
Business (ACC, BIS, FIN, INV, MGT, MKT, SPT) — $48
Engineering**** (BEN, CHE, CIE, CET, ECE, EET, GEE, MEE, MET, SVT) — $48
Nursing (NUR) — $50
For Graduate programs, a differential tuition charge per term is charged for any student enrolled in programs offered by the Maine College of Engineering & Computing or the School of Nursing. This charge is in addition to base tuition and replaces numerous program, course, and lab fees.
Graduate
Less than 6 credit hours
Engineering**** — $168
Nursing — $199
6+ credit hours
Engineering**** — $335
Nursing — $397
**** The Maine College of Engineering and Computing differential does not currently apply to Computer Science or Data Science and Engineering programs.
Alternative tuition rates apply to students enrolled in online-only programs through UMMOnline. View a list of UMMOnline degrees and certificates.
Undergraduate
Maine and Canadian Resident — $299
Non-Resident — $362
NEBHE — $362
Student Activity Fee (per term excluding Summer)
A student-approved mandatory fee that is administered by the students for educational, cultural, social, and recreational purposes. Changes to this fee require the approval of the student body, University President, Chancellor, and Board of Trustees.
Up to 13 credits per semester — $9/credit hour
14+ credit hours — $270/term
Infrastructure & Technology Fee — $27/credit hour
Infrastructure & Technology Fee: All students are charged an Infrastructure & Technology Fee of $27 per credit hour for the 2024/2025 Academic Year. This fee supports deferred maintenance, construction, and renovation of campus facilities that provide instruction, research, and student services, as well as enhance the campus information technology and educational environment necessary to meet the technological demands of the University of Maine community.
Online Fee: A fee of $25 per credit hour will be charged for all online courses. The Online Fee supports and enhances the quality of online programming and the student learning experience. Supported student services include, but are not limited to: online orientation, online tutoring, online proctoring, online library resources, universal design, and online advising support. In addition to these student services, the online fee helps foster excellence in course quality by supporting online faculty in learning design, adaptive learning tools, production assistance, and the use of emerging technologies and communications.
Equitable Access (Course Materials) Fee: Digital textbooks are provided for selected courses to bring UM students competitively priced course material. The cost is charged to the student’s account as a separate charge. The content can be accessed on the first day of class through the student’s Brightspace account. A student can opt-out at that time, and the fee will be reversed. For questions regarding this charge, contact the bookstore at um.bookstore@maine.edu.
Late Payment Fee: If financial aid, a waiver, or a graduate assistantship has been awarded but is not shown on the bill, if an installment plan has been completed but is not shown on the bill, or if your bill is to be paid in part or in whole by your employer or another agency, and is not shown on the bill, such information must be entered in the Anticipated Resources area of Student Self-Service on MaineStreet (Path: Student Self-Service / Self Service / Campus Finances /Anticipated Resources). Failure to provide this information and pay any remaining balance will result in a $50.00 monthly Late Payment Fee.
Math Placement Exam Fee: The University of Maine requires an ALEKS Placement, Preparation and Learning (ALEKS PPL) Assessment to determine readiness for mathematics courses. ALEKS PPL is a web-based program that uses artificial intelligence to map a student’s strengths and weaknesses. More information is available at: https://umaine.edu/clasadvisingcenter/math-placement-exam/
Students will be billed $25 for using the ALEKS Placement Assessment. This fee appears on their student account, viewable on MaineStreet, as a Math Placement Exam fee. This small fee covers three possible attempts and access to one Prep and Learning Module. If you need to access an additional Prep and Learning Module, please reach out to your advisor.
Student Health Insurance: Student health insurance options available at the University of Maine
Non-Degree Application Fee: A one-time $25 fee for new non-degree undergraduate applicants to cover related administrative expenses.
Social Work Program Fee: A fee of $25 per course will be charged for all Social Work practicums (Field Internships) within the School of Social Work. The Social Work Program Fee is to cover the differential costs associated Social Work courses.
Athletic Training Program Fee: A one-time $90 fee assessed to students in the program which provides lifetime access to ATrack, an online tracking tool giving students the ability to track information related to athletic training clinical education experiences, as well as other features necessary for this program.
Spatial Program Fee: A fee of $100 per course will be charged for all Spatial Information Science and Engineering (SIE) course designators within the School of Computing and Information Science. The Spatial Program Fee is to cover the differential costs associated with Spatial Information Science and Engineering Courses.
Communication Sciences and Disorders Graduate Program Fee: A fee of $600.00 will be charged per semester for 1st and 2nd year matriculated graduate students. The fee is to cover the differential costs associated with the graduate program in Communication Sciences and Disorders.
Sonia Fee: The School of Social Work uses Sonia LIVE as a comprehensive online data management system for all student activities related to the field practicums. Students enrolled in the BSW and MSW programs are required to pay a $25 fee each time they are in a field placement. The Sonia system will enable them to complete field applications, access information about field sites, and store their field evaluations. BSW students will be charged one time at the start of their senior year. If they enter the MSW program as an Advanced Standing student, they will be charged an additional $25 at the start of their specialization year field practicum. MSW students who do not have a BSW will be charged a fee for each of their two field placements, both the generalist year and specialization year field practicums ($50 total). Students will have lifetime access to the Sonia system.
COEHD Support System Fee: The College of Education uses TaskStream-Tk20 as a comprehensive online data management system for all Academic Programs related to teacher or administrator certification. Students enrolled in any of these programs are required to purchase an account with Taskstream-Tk20. This account will enable them to complete Key Assessments, build professional portfolios, and provide information regarding field experiences, student teaching and administrative internships. There is a one-time $139 fee for a TaskStream-Tk20 account, which will be applied in Maine Street once a student starts a term in a participating program. The account will be active for seven years after the date of activation.
Applied Music Course Fee: Music majors and some music minors will be charged a fee of $100 for half hour private lessons or $200 for one hour private lessons. Non music majors will be charged a fee of $300 for half hour private lessons or $600 for one hour private lessons.
Travel Study Course Fee: Travel Study Course Fee will be charged to students who choose to participate in a travel study course. The Travel Study Course Fee is to cover the differential costs associated with each travel study course and will vary by course.