Marine Science at University of Maine
What traits are you looking for in a school for Marine Science, take a look at what University of Maine. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Maine is in Orono, ME.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 71 marine science graduations were recorded at University of Maine.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Maine
Distance learning is available at University of Maine. Of 12,029 students, 2,466 (21%) studied exclusively online and 4,263 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Marine Science Rankings at University of Maine
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Maine’s Marine Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maine | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Maine | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #8 of 11 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #8 of 11 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maine | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Maine | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #8 of 11 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #8 of 11 |
Earnings for Marine Science Graduates from University of Maine
Those who finish University of Maine’s Marine Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,924 |
| 2 years | $29,141 |
| 5 years | $55,546 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Marine Science graduates from University of Maine comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Marine Science graduates at University of Maine, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Marine Science graduates at University of Maine are 61% women (43) and 39% men (28).
Marine Science Bachelor’s Program at University of Maine
Of the 67 bachelor’s marine science graduates at University of Maine, 61% were women (41) and 39% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Marine Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Maine.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 51 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 21% of Marine Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Maine, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Marine Science Master’s Program at University of Maine
Of the 1 master’s marine science degrees awarded at University of Maine, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Marine Science master’s degree recipients at University of Maine.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
Marine Science Doctoral Program at University of Maine
Of the 3 doctoral marine science graduates at University of Maine, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Marine Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Maine.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Marine Science Concentrations at University of Maine
This Marine Science program at University of Maine breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Marine Sciences | 71 |
Best-Paid Careers for Marine Science Graduates
Students who finish Marine Science program at University of Maine work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Marine Science graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $90,139 |
| Industrial Ecologists | $83,212 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | $73,261 |
| Physical Scientists, All Other | $72,607 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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