Most Affordable BSW Colleges in Maine 2026

5 ranked BSW programs in Maine

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All 5 Ranked Colleges in Maine

1
University of Maine at Presque Isle

Presque Isle, ME · Public · 2,873 students

National #100
66.5 / 100
$8,526
Net Price
$7,650
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)
$8,704
Avg. Aid

After financial aid, students pay an average of $8,526 per year — a reasonable cost for a BSW degree. You'll pay $7,650 per year in tuition, which is in the typical range for BSW programs. University of Maine at Presque Isle provides an average of $8,704 in aid per student — well above what most programs offer. A 42.9% completion rate puts this program in decent territory for getting students to graduation.

2
University of Southern Maine

Portland, ME · Public · 7,604 students

National #225
56.5 / 100
$14,028
Net Price
$8,316
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)
$11,188
Avg. Aid

After aid, students still pay around $14,028 per year — more than many comparable programs. At $8,316 per year, the tuition is moderate — not the cheapest option, but far from the most expensive. The school is generous with financial aid, averaging $11,188 per student. The completion rate of 38.1% is respectable, showing that a solid share of students follow through to graduation.

3
University of Maine

Orono, ME · Public · 12,029 students

National #342
47.1 / 100
$18,061
Net Price
$12,000
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)
$12,909
Avg. Aid

After aid, students still pay around $18,061 per year — more than many comparable programs. At $12,000 per year, the tuition is moderate — not the cheapest option, but far from the most expensive. The school is generous with financial aid, averaging $12,909 per student. At 46.5% completion, the school is in line with the average — most students who commit will finish.

4
University of New England

Biddeford, ME · Private · 6,573 students

National #585
26.3 / 100
$40,003
Net Price
$41,050
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)
$23,255
Avg. Aid

After aid, students still pay around $40,003 per year — more than many comparable programs. At $41,050 per year, tuition is above average — make sure to explore scholarship and aid options. The school is generous with financial aid, averaging $23,255 per student. With 61.2% of students completing their program, University of New England delivers results that many schools can't match.

5
Saint Joseph's College of Maine

Standish, ME · Private · 1,454 students

National #589
26.1 / 100
$28,217
Net Price
$42,834
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)
$31,558
Avg. Aid

At $28,217 net cost, this isn't the most affordable option. Make sure the program's other strengths justify the price. At $42,834 per year, tuition is above average — make sure to explore scholarship and aid options. The school is generous with financial aid, averaging $31,558 per student. At 46.5% completion, the school is in line with the average — most students who commit will finish.