We are affordable!

As a small regional campus of a public university, UMaine Machias is able to offer a unique educational experience at a reasonable price far below that of most private colleges. Far too often, students do not pursue a college education because they do not know how to pay for it.

UMaine Machias is committed to providing opportunity for students through a variety of scholarships and financial aid packages. Each year, about 95 percent of UMaine Machias students receive aid in the form of scholarships, grants, loans, and on-campus jobs.

Click here to use our Net Price Calculator tool to help you estimate the cost of attendance.

 Estimated Costs of Attendance 2023-2024 

The following estimated cost of attendance is based on a full-time schedule of 15 credits per semester, and room & board including 19 meals a week.

Maine Students*

Tuition                      $8,700
Mandatory Fees        $720
Room & Board       $10,850
Annual Total         $20,270

*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.

New England Students (NEBHE Tuition Break)

For degree-seeking students who are residents of NH, CT, VT, MA or RI. You must declare a major to qualify for the NEBHE tuition break. Click here for eligibility info.

Tuition                      $15,240
Mandatory Fees          $720
Room & Board         $10,850
Annual Total           $26,810

Out-of-State Students

Tuition                     $16,950
Mandatory Fees         $720
Room & Board        $10,850
Annual Total          $28,520

International Students (excluding Canada)

Tuition                      $16,950
Mandatory Fees          $720
Room & Board         $10,850
Personal/Misc.         $1,000
Books/Supplies        $1,000
Insurance                  $2,820
Annual Total           $33,340

Canadian Students

Tuition                        $8,700
Mandatory Fees          $720
Room & Board         $10,850
Personal/Misc.         $1,000
Books/Supplies        $1,000
Insurance                  $2,820
Annual Total           $25,090

Out of State Online

Tuition                    $10,860
Mandatory Fees        $450
Annual Total         $11,310


Tuition and Fee Breakdown

Tuition Per Credit Hour

Maine Students $290/credit hour
NEBHE Tuition Break Students $508/credit hour
Out of State/International Students $565/credit hour
Out of State Online $362/credit hour

Fees

Student Activity Fee
      Up to 13 credits per semester:  $9/credit hour
     14 credit hours or more:  $270

Technology Fee                   $15/credit hour

Room and Board

Room        $4,890
Board        $5,960

Additional Costs

Health Insurance

Information about student health insurance options, and UMS changes to the Student Health Insurance Program (SHIP).

Ways to save money on your college tuition:

Free tuition for first-year Maine students with
qualifying financial need.

Downeast Promise Program

Reduced out-of-state tuition for students from
MA, NH, VT, CT or RI.

NEBHE Tuition Break

Applicants are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Learn about grants and loans:

Financial Aid