Universities in Maine — Directory
This page provides a comprehensive directory of accredited universities and colleges operating in Maine. Information includes institution profiles, locations, and official contact points.
For detailed information about tuition, programs, and admissions, visit Cost of Studying, Programs & Degrees, and Admissions Guide. For student life insights, see Student Experiences.
Public Universities
University of Maine (Orono)
Orono, Maine
Official Website: https://www.umaine.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: New England Commission of Higher Education
Data compiled from official university sources
University of Southern Maine
Portland, Maine
Official Website: https://www.usm.maine.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: New England Commission of Higher Education
Data compiled from official university sources
University of Maine at Farmington
Farmington, Maine
Official Website: https://www.umf.maine.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: New England Commission of Higher Education
Data compiled from official university sources
Private Universities
Bowdoin College
Brunswick, Maine
Official Website: https://www.bowdoin.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: New England Commission of Higher Education
Data compiled from official university sources
Bates College
Lewiston, Maine
Official Website: https://www.bates.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: New England Commission of Higher Education
Data compiled from official university sources
Colby College
Waterville, Maine
Official Website: https://www.colby.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: New England Commission of Higher Education
Data compiled from official university sources
This directory includes accredited institutions in Maine. Students should verify current accreditation status, program availability, and admission requirements directly with universities. Additional information is available on the Data Sources page.
Last reviewed: January 2026