Explore these tabs to discover UMA’s Tuition and Fees.
FY 24 Tuition & Housing Fees
Tuition rates are assessed by credit hour and vary depending upon residency of the student:
| Undergraduate Tuition Rate: | |
| Maine Residents | $252 per credit hour |
| Out of State | $683 per credit hour |
| *NEBHE Undergraduate | $430 per credit hour |
| Canadian Undergraduate | $252 per credit hour |
| Out of State Web | $329 per credit hour |
| Graduate Tuition Rate: | |
| Maine Residents Graduate | $445 per credit hour |
| Out of State | $587 per credit hour |
| *NEBHE Graduate | $757 per credit hour |
| Canadian Graduate | $445 per credit hour |
*New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE) rates are available to residents of the New England states for programs of study included in the New England Regional Student Program. Please see the NEBHE Programs tab above for more information.
Tuition, fees (such as mandatory and variable fees – more information in the tabs above) and other educational costs are approved annually for each of the seven campuses of the University of Maine System by the Board of Trustees. Tuition and fees may be amended between the time of registration and the beginning of Fall classes pending annual Board review.
Differential Tuition
Differential Tuition will be charged per credit hour for the following programs; it replaces traditional course fees:
- Architecture: $186 additional per credit hour
- Dental Hygiene: $600 additional per credit hour
- Dental Assisting: $100 additional per credit hour
Early College Rate
| **On-Campus/Online/Concurrent | $145 per credit hour |
| **Bridge Academy | $40 per credit hour |
**Available only to eligible high school students. Please click here for a comprehensive explanation of the discounted Early College Rate.
The Maine Welcome Program
In accordance with the University of Maine System 50 State College Dream Completion Program, UMA will offer in-state tuition status to any U.S. college student who has been admitted to UMA and displaced by a COVID-19-related permanent closure of a U.S. institution of higher education. Details can be found here.
UMA Housing
UMA offers limited, affordable housing to full-time students attending the Augusta campus. Located in Hallowell, just over the Augusta city line, the historic Stevens, Erskine, and Cleveland Halls are renovated and preserved buildings, set high on a hill facing the Kennebec River.
| Stevens Hall FY 2024 Rates | Fall/Spring | Summer |
| Single Bedroom (in a multi-bedroom suite) | $3,957.00 | $2,638.00 |
| Double Bedroom (in a multi-bedroom suite) | $3,275.00 | $2,183.00 |
| Studio | $4,367.00 | $2,911.00 |
| Erskine Hall FY 2024 Rates | ||
| Single Bedroom (in a multi-bedroom suite) | $3,957.00 | $2,638.00 |
| Double Bedroom (in a multi-bedroom suite) | $3,275.00 | $2,183.00 |
| Studio | $4,367.00 | $2,911.00 |
| *Cleveland Hall FY 2024 Rates | ||
| Single | $2,475.00 | $1,650.00 |
| Double/Bunked | $2,363.00 | $1,575.00 |
| Triple | $2,250.00 | $1,500.00 |
Direct Deposit
UMA offers the option to enroll in direct deposit for student refunds. Step-by-step instructions are available here.
Payment Plan
UMA offers a payment plan to assist students and their families’ budget more effectively to meet college costs.
Multi-Campus Students
Tuition, fees and other educational costs are approved annually for each of the seven campuses of the University of Maine System by the Board of Trustees. UMA students enrolled in classes hosted by other University of Maine campuses should consult that campus for information pertaining to tuition and fee amounts, billing, refund policies, and dates.
1098-t Tax Forms
1098-t forms are provided to students for tax reporting purposes at the end of January each year. A step by step guide to accessing the 1098-t through the Student Center Portal is available here. For more questions on reading the 1098-t, please visit the FAQ page on Maine.edu. If you have additional questions, please call the Student Accounts Office at 207-621-3131.
The Fine Print
The financial requirements of the University, changing costs, state and legislative action, and other matters may require an adjustment of charges and expenses. The University reserves the right to make such changes at any time. The applicant acknowledges this by submitting application for admission or registering.
General Fees
The financial requirements of the University, changing costs, state and legislative action, and other matters may require an adjustment of charges and expenses. The University reserves the right to make such changes at any time. The applicant acknowledges this by submitting application for admission or registering.
Tuition, fees and other educational costs are approved annually for each of the seven campuses of the University of Maine System by the Board of Trustees. Tuition and fees may be amended between the time of registration and the beginning of classes pending annual Board review.
Mandatory Fees (required of all students)
Unified Fees – All Locations: $33 per credit hour.
This fee supports activities such as student services, the operation of facilities such as student and fitness centers, and student-utilized, instruction related technologies.
Web Online Fee – Online: $12 per credit hour.
Applies to all courses with an online option including: Online/Hyflex/Web Synchronous/Hybrid
Student Activity Fee (Fall & Spring terms only): $2.25 per credit hour.
A student approved mandatory fee that is administered by the Student Government Association 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.
Student Health Insurance
Health Insurance Plan Fall 2023:
- International students are required to have minimum levels of health insurance coverage while they are attending UMA. To assist in meeting this requirement, we will be automatically charging the fee to their MaineStreet accounts. If they have outside insurance already and need to waive the UMA plan, they will need to go to the Gallagher website to do so before the deadline, which is September 15, 2023.
- For Additional information please click here.
- If you are in an academic program that requires health insurance, you will still be required to have active health insurance. Please contact the department directly
Major Fees
Some degree majors require additional fees to cover costs specific to that major.
Music Major Fee: $107 per semester (Fall & Spring only)
EDU Education Program Fee: $400 one-time fee charged upon acceptance to an EDU minor or certificate program
Nursing BSN Program Fee: A program fee for the pre-licensure nursing program
- NUR-BS-BSN & UMF-BS-BSN – $632 per semester Fall/Spring Only
- NUR-BS-ADV (4-Year Nursing Advanced Track) – $928 per semester Fall/Spring only
Veterinary Technology Fee: A program fee for the 3 and 4 year Veterinary programs
- Veterinary Technology (3 Year AS) – $457 per semester Fall/Spring only
- Veterinary Technology (4 Year BS) – $609 per semester Fall/Spring only
Other Fees (charged when appropriate):
Advanced Deposit (non-refundable): $50
Late Payment Fee: $25 per month up to $100
Payment Plan (non-refundable): $30 per semester
Installment Payment Plan Late Fee: $10 per late installment
Non-Negotiable Check Fee: $25 per check
Reinstatement Fee (non-refundable): $50
Shelter Institute Posting Fee: $50 per test
*For a complete listing of exam fees, contact the Advising Office or visit Testing and Assessment
Course Fees
Approved course fees are hereby listed in their entirety for the 2024 Academic Year; not all courses may be offered during the current term. Please consult your Course Guide for current term course listings.
Course fees are applied to specific courses to assist with covering extraordinary costs associated with offering that course. Course fee amounts represent the flat fees charged per course, unless otherwise indicated. Course fees are not subject to reimbursement after the add/drop period. Please contact Student Financial Services for more information.
NEBHE Programs
The New England Board of Higher Education’s Regional Student Program permits qualified residents of the New England states to study with reduced tuition in specified programs at New England public institutions of higher education. The following UMA programs are NEBHE-qualified for students from these states:
Associate Programs
| Applied Science | CT,MA,NH,RI,VT |
| Contemporary and Popular Music | CT,MA,NH,VT |
| Information & Library Science* | CT,MA,NH,RI,VT |
| Justice Studies | CT,MA,NH,RI,VT |
| Medical Laboratory Technology | VT |
| Mental Health and Human Services | NH,VT |
*Instruction delivered via distance education.
Bachelor’s Programs
| Applied Science (B.A.S.) | MA,VT |
| Architecture (B.Arch) | CT,RI,VT |
| Art | CT,MA,NH,RI,VT |
| Aviation | CT,NH,RI |
| Biology | CT,MA,NH,RI,VT |
| Contemporary and Popular Music | CT,MA,NH,RI,VT |
| Cybersecurity | MA,NH,RI,VT |
| Data Science | CT,MA,NH,RI,VT |
| Dental Hygiene | CT,MA,NH |
| Information and Library Sciences* | MA,NH,RI,VT |
| Interdisciplinary Studies | CT,MA,NH,RI,VT |
| Justice Studies | CT,MA,NH,RI,VT |
| Mental Health and Human Services | CT,NH |
| Social Science | CT,MA,NH,RI,VT |
| Veterinary Technology | CT,RI,VT |
Canadian Residents: Please note that Canadian residents qualify for a reduced out-of-state tuition rate.
The entire NEBHE Tuition Break catalog, providing additional programs and institutions, is available here.