University of Southern Maine Admission
Acceptance Rate
85.43%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
15.86%
Freshmen Enrollment
751
SAT Scores
1,110
For the 2022-2023 admission, a total of 5,544 students have applied and 4,736 students have allowed to admit to University of Southern Maine (Acceptance rate: 85.43%). Southern Maine's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 15.86 % where 751 students have finally enrolled out of 4,736 admitted students.
Southern Maine acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Maine.
Southern Maine enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Maine.
How to Apply to University of Southern Maine
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply Southern Maine. Southern Maine offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
Admission | www.usm.maine.edu/admission |
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Online Application | https://usm.maine.edu/apply |
Financial Aid | usm.maine.edu/student-financial-services |
Net Price Calculator | usm.maine.edu/student-financial-services/net-price-calculator |
Veterans Tuition | usm.maine.edu/veterans/educational-benefits |
Disability Service | usm.maine.edu/dsc |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at Southern Maine and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2023, the average SAT score at University of Southern Maine is 1,110 and the average ACT score is 21. You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
SAT Average | ACT Average | |
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University of Southern Maine | 1,110 | 21 |
All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
Public, 4-Years Colleges | 1,112 | 67 |
4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
Public, 4-Years Colleges in Maine | 1,073 | 65 |
SAT/ACT Scores by Subject
At University of Southern Maine, 156 students submitted SAT scores (21% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 1,110 and it is around average than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Maine. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
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Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 510 | 570 | 630 |
Mathematics | 488 | 540 | 590 |
Total | 998 | 1,110 | 1,220 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: December 11, 2023)
At University of Southern Maine, 11 students submitted ACT scores (1% of enrolled students).
The average ACT score is about 21 and it is lower than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Maine. The next table shows the ACT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
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Composite | 19 | 21 | 26 |
English | 17 | 20 | 29 |
Mathematics | 17 | 20 | 24 |
Southern Maine Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to University of Southern Maine. The school requires 5 items to submit - Secondary school record, Recommendations, Admission test scores, TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), and Legacy status.
3 items are Considered if submitted - Secondary school rank, Completion of college-preparatory program, and Personal statement or essay.
Secondary school GPA | Not Considered |
Secondary school rank | Considered, if submitted |
Secondary school record | Required |
Completion of college-preparatory program | Considered, if submitted |
Recommendations | Required |
Formal demonstration of competencies | Not Considered |
Admission test scores | Required |
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
Work experience | Not Considered |
Personal statement or essay | Considered, if submitted |
Legacy status | Required |