The need for private scholarship support at the University of Maine is greater now than ever
For the average student only 5% of financial aid is comprised of university scholarships.
For the average student 60% of financial aid is comprised of loans and workstudy.
The estimated total student budget for Maine resident undergraduates for academic year 2008-2009 is $20,360.
The estimated total student budget for non-Maine undergraduates for academic year 2008-2009 is $33,860.
Tuition and fees for undergraduates 2008-2009 is $9,152 for Maine residents; $22,652 non-residents.
Tuition in 1958 was $265.00, and in 1969 tuition was $400.00.
The average student works one or more jobs but graduates with more than $18,000 in loan indebtedness.
Students, when asked, routinely indicate that scholarship support:
Allows them to afford to stay in school
Allows them to focus more on their studies
Allows them to seriously consider graduate school and
IS GREATLY APPRECIATED!
The University of Maine Foundation has professional giving officers ready to work with you and your advisors. We may be reached Monday-Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. by calling 1-800-982-8503 or via
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