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University of Maine at Fort Kent

Fort Kent, ME·Public·638 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. graduation rate is below 40%. a public school with 638 students.

99%
Accept
638
Students
$10,865
Net Price
40%
Grad Rate
$37,700
Earnings
10 yr
$12,778
Debt

About This School

University of Maine at Fort Kent is a public institution located in Fort Kent, Maine with approximately 638 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Maine at Fort Kent has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 99%. The average net price after financial aid is $10,865 per year. The graduation rate is 40%, and the typical graduate earns $37,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Maine at Fort Kent is a public college in Fort Kent, Maine, United States. It is the northernmost campus of the University of Maine System. It is an academic center for Acadian and French American culture and heritage, and French-speaking Mainers from throughout the state. It currently has an enrollment of 1,557 students.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $10,865/year net cost and a median debt of only $12,778 at graduation, this is one of the more affordable public options you'll find anywhere. However, the 40% graduation rate and 65% freshman retention rate are real concerns — most students who start here don't finish — and median earnings of $37,700 a decade out suggest limited economic lift from the degree. Worth considering if you genuinely thrive in a small, tight-knit rural setting with strong ties to Acadian and French-Canadian culture, but go in with a clear plan and honest self-awareness about what it takes to finish.

Founded
1878
Setting
Remote rural

Popular Programs

Health Professions74%
Business & Marketing6%
Computer Science3%
Biological Sciences1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$9,045
Out-of-State Tuition
$14,325
Avg Net Price
$10,865
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants14%
Median debt at graduation$12,778

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
40%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
65%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$37,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$12,778
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$12,778
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$36,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$37,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.0x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White67%
Black8%
Hispanic/Latino4%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (638 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of Maine at Fort Kent

23 University Drive

Fort Kent, ME 04743-1292

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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