University of Southern Maine SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
At Southern Maine, test scores are optional and uncommon, with only 12% submitting SAT results. If you choose to send scores, aim near 1245 SAT or 26 ACT to land at the top of the reported range. Keep your GPA strong too, since listed scholarships are tied to GPA rather than test scores.
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University of Southern Maine facts and stats
University of Southern Maine enrolls about 5,525 undergraduates in an urban campus setting. Southern Maine has a 74% freshman retention rate, which is above the national average of roughly 70%. Its 6-year graduation rate is 39%, and the student-to-faculty ratio is 14.1:1.
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How do your scores compare at Southern Maine?
Key University of Southern Maine application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
February 1
Early Action
December 1
Early Decision
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Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
February 15
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit SAT or ACT scores to test-optional Southern Maine, take your first test by spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and fall of senior year for retakes, with October as the last safe fall sitting for scores to arrive by the December 1 Early Action deadline.
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What you'll actually pay
At Southern Maine, in-state tuition is $9,180 and out-of-state tuition is $27,030. About 71% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $5,836. Submit the FAFSA by the February 15 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.
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As a public university, Southern Maine’s out-of-state tuition is $27,030, while in-state tuition is $9,180; room and board adds $12,120. About 71% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $19,001. Merit awards average $5,836, which can help reduce the final bill for qualifying students.
⬡ LangSmith6e87d984-2ccb-4692-afe6-6fad1543fcdaStudent life at University of Southern Maine
39% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Priority
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus.
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