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University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) vs Western Colorado University

Nestled in the heart of Maine, University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) and Western Colorado University (WCU), located in the picturesque town of Gunnison, Colorado, offer distinct educational experiences. UMF boasts a higher acceptance rate, welcoming a more diverse student body, while WCU maintains a slightly smaller student population. Both universities excel in different areas of study, with UMF excelling in fields like education and nursing, and WCU specializing in business and outdoor recreation. While UMF has a higher graduation rate, WCU offers a more affordable education. Explore the comprehensive comparison table below to delve into further details and discover which institution aligns best with your academic aspirations and personal preferences.
University of Maine at Farmington logo

University of Maine at Farmington

 		Western Colorado University logo

Western Colorado University

Overview

Location Farmington, Maine Gunnison, Colorado
Campus setting Town: Remote Town: Remote
College type 4 year 4 year
Control/business model Public Public
Calendar system Semester Semester
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate Undergraduate and Graduate
Students retention rate 66.0% 74.0%
Common app member Yes Yes
Religious affiliation

Admission

Acceptance rate 96.7% 90.9%
Application fees $60
Undergraduate: $30
Graduate: $50
SAT range N/A 1040 - 1230
ACT range N/A 21 - 26
Students submitting SAT score 37.0%
Students submitting ACT score 11.0%
Total number of applicants 1,569 3,243
Total number of admissions given out 1,517 2,947
Admitted students who chose to enroll 345 456
Yield rate 22.7% 15.5%
Test scores (SAT/ACT) N/A N/A
High school GPA Not required Not required
Recommendation letters Required Not required
High school transcript Not required Not required
English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL) Required Required

Tuition and Fees

Sticker price
In state: $23,872
Out of state: $35,062
In state: $26,956
Out of state: $38,740
Average net price $14,386 $17,490
Tuition
In state: $8,640
Out of state: $19,830
In state: $6,816
Out of state: $18,600
Room & board
Room/dormitory: $5,356
Meal plan: $4,980
Room/dormitory: $5,200
Meal plan: $4,790
Available payment plans
  • Tuition payment plan
  • Tuition payment plan

Financial Aid

Students receiving financial aid

(Grants & scholarships)

 97.0%
Average amount $8,889 		87.0%
Average amount $8,085
Students receiving federal student loan 66.0%
Average amount $5,154 		56.0%
Average amount $4,669
Students taking out private loans 13.0%
Average amount $8,516 		7.0%
Average amount $12,501

Students and Campus
Undergraduate students 1,580
Men 32.4% Women 67.6% 		3,241
Men 51.4% Women 48.6%
Graduate students 298
Men 13.1% Women 86.9% 		448
Men 31.2% Women 68.8%
Racial/ethnic diversity
Very Low
Low
Out-of-state students N/A 34.9%
International students 0.2% 0.3%
Campus local/setting Town: Remote Town: Remote
Dormitory capacity 824 1,241
First year students are required to live on campus? No No
Top 5 states where most U.S. students come from N/A Colorado Texas California Alaska Illinois

Academics

Popular study areas
  • Education
  • Health Professions
  • Business
  • Biological and Biomedical Sciences
  • English Language and Literature
  • Education
  • Kinesiology & Leisure Studies
  • Natural Resources and Conservation
  • Business
  • Social Sciences
Students to faculty ratio 11:1 18:1
Institutional accreditation New England Commission on Higher Education Higher Learning Commission

Outcome

Graduation rate 55.5% 47.6%
Dropout rate 18.8% 32.8%
Transferred out 25.5% 17.2%
Alumni salary by major (Top 10)
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $34,046
  • Year 2: $32,882
  • Year 3: $35,256
Psychology, General (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $27,201
  • Year 2: $29,685
  • Year 3: $30,614
Educational Administration and Supervision (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $44,098
  • Year 2: N/A
  • Year 3: N/A
Special Education and Teaching (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $34,672
  • Year 2: $32,284
  • Year 3: N/A
English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: N/A
  • Year 2: $27,397
  • Year 3: N/A
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $18,998
  • Year 2: $20,687
  • Year 3: N/A
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $31,057
  • Year 2: $28,960
  • Year 3: N/A
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $33,770
  • Year 2: $30,047
  • Year 3: N/A
Business/Managerial Economics (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $36,715
  • Year 2: $30,771
  • Year 3: N/A
Accounting and Related Services (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: N/A
  • Year 2: $46,087
  • Year 3: $50,432
Natural Resources Conservation and Research (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $29,076
  • Year 2: $40,365
  • Year 3: $45,493
Education, General (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $42,272
  • Year 2: $40,488
  • Year 3: $43,479
Business Administration, Management and Operations (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $40,324
  • Year 2: $33,281
  • Year 3: $39,884
Health and Physical Education/Fitness (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $30,326
  • Year 2: $28,405
  • Year 3: $39,040
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $28,244
  • Year 2: $29,685
  • Year 3: $37,581
Fine and Studio Arts (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $18,798
  • Year 2: N/A
  • Year 3: $36,678
Business/Commerce, General (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: N/A
  • Year 2: $39,585
  • Year 3: $35,898
Biology, General (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $26,963
  • Year 2: $27,947
  • Year 3: $35,691
Psychology, General (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $23,793
  • Year 2: $27,874
  • Year 3: $34,114

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