The University of New England, also known as UNE, is an independent, private, coeducational university located in Biddeford, Maine, United States. It was established in the year 1938 as New England University College. It became independent in the year 1954. The main campus spreads across an area over 540 acres. It operates campuses in two Maine coastal cities. UNE offers a wide variety of undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs in diverse areas of study. The university offers classes through the following colleges:
The sports teams of UNE are known as the Nor’easters. The college offers various athletic programs and opportunities. It is a member of the NCAA and competes in the Commonwealth Coast Conference and the ECAC.
University Of New England is in a small city, in Biddeford, ME. The school is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at University Of New England earn degrees up to the Post-Master's certificate.
The most common major fields study at the school include science, medicine, education and teaching, and family and social work.
University Of New England does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007-2008 was 480 to 570 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 470 and 590.
Some professors at University Of New England are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 3,792 students (3,067 full-time equivalent). The student body at University Of New England is essentially female.
Dorm living is common. University Of New England makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at the school belong to the Commonwealth Coast Conference for major sports.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The University of New England is an independent, entrepreneurial institution committed to academic excellence and the enhancement of the quality of life for the people, organizations, and communities it serves. The purpose of the University is to prepare students for meaningful and rewarding careers, lifelong learning, and enlightened lives. The University fosters critical inquiry through a student-centered, academic environment rich in research, scholarship, creative activity, and service while providing opportunities for acquiring and applying knowledge in selected clinical, professional, and community settings."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of New England
11 Hills Beach Rd
Biddeford, ME 04005
General Phone: (207) 283-0171
http://WWW.UNE.EDU
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 248 | education courses, elementary school teaching, educational admin and supervision, education, curriculum and instruction, art education |
| Medical Support and Technology | 143 | dental hygienist, physician assistant, health service and sciences, clinical and medical lab science |
| Medicine | 137 | osteopathic medicine, public health, gerontology |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 95 | registered nursing, nurse anesthetist |
| Science | 76 | biomedical sciences, marine biology, biology, biological and biomedical sciences, biochemistry, chemistry |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 73 | exercise science, occupational therapy, athletic trainer, sports and fitness management, health and fitness |
| Therapy and Counseling | 71 | physical therapy, psychology, psychobiology, substance abuse counseling, psychology courses |
| Family and Social Work | 54 | social work |
| Liberal Arts | 20 | English, political science, liberal arts and sciences, history, American studies, sociology |
| Business and Management | 9 | business management, organizational behavior |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 6 | environmental science, environmental studies |
| Mathematics | 2 | mathematics |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 2 | aquaculture |
| Medical Administration | 2 | health care administration |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of New England in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 403 | 9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 293 | 32 |
| First-professional degree | 126 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 99 | 2 |
| Post-master's certificate | 10 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 7 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, University Of New England had a total enrollment of 3,792 students (3,067 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 32% |
| Women | 68% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 60% |
| Graduate | 30% |
| First Professional | 10% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 76% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 20% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 77 % |
University Of New England offers campus housing for 1,066 of its 3,067 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Biddeford, Maine for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Maine Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,149 | 2,449 | 78% | 564 | 23% |
| Men | 915 | 726 | 79% | 181 | 25% |
| Women | 2,234 | 1,723 | 77% | 383 | 22% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 480 | 570 |
| SAT Math | 470 | 590 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 78% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 10% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 26,980 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 26,980 |
| Room and board | $ 10,500 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,475 |
Financial Aid:
University Of New England participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 205000)
University Of New England has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 7 | $88,130 | 4 | $79,950 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $74,957 | 3 | $67,038 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 12 | $89,858 | 11 | $75,691 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 17 | $83,321 | 6 | $83,873 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 13 | $64,477 | 17 | $66,584 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 25 | $54,487 | 31 | $54,742 |
| Instructor | academic year | 13 | $43,032 | 17 | $42,778 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 68 | $61,415 | 71 | $57,174 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Commonwealth Coast Conference |
| Track | Commonwealth Coast Conference |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Aquaculture
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Education, General
Education, Other
Educational Administration and Supervision, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Physician Assistant
MEDICINE
Gerontology
Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (DO)
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nurse Anesthetist
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Other
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biomedical Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Physiological Psychology/Psychobiology
Psychology, General
Psychology, Other
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of New England Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
Has ROTC (army)
NCAA athletic conference member
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