Computer Science · Maine
Computer Science colleges in Maine
CampusPin lists 21 U.S. colleges in Maine that offer Computer Science programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.
Computer Science combines the mathematical foundations of computation with practical software engineering, preparing graduates for careers in software, AI/ML, security, data, and research.
Schools in Maine that offer Computer Science
Bates College
Lewiston, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$63,478
Acceptance
13%
Enrollment
1,753
Bowdoin College
Brunswick, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$64,910
Acceptance
8%
Enrollment
1,846
Central Maine Community College
Auburn, ME · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,864
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
2,828
Colby College
Waterville, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$66,600
Acceptance
7%
Enrollment
2,282
Eastern Maine Community College
Bangor, ME · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,877
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,692
Husson University
Bangor, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$22,194
Acceptance
86%
Enrollment
3,003
Institute for Doctoral Studies in the Visual Arts
Portland, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$22,373
Acceptance
56%
Enrollment
8,176
Maine College of Health Professions
Lewiston, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$17,827
Acceptance
33%
Enrollment
228
Northern Maine Community College
Presque Isle, ME · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,880
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
577
Southern Maine Community College
South Portland, ME · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,797
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
5,279
Thomas College
Waterville, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$30,896
Acceptance
97%
Enrollment
776
Unity Environmental University
New Gloucester, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$11,280
Acceptance
82%
Enrollment
6,323
University of Maine
Orono, ME · University · Public
Tuition
$12,640
Acceptance
96%
Enrollment
10,834
University of Maine at Augusta
Augusta, ME · University · Public
Tuition
$8,618
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
2,832
University of Maine at Farmington
Farmington, ME · University · Public
Tuition
$10,989
Acceptance
98%
Enrollment
1,476
University of Maine at Fort Kent
Fort Kent, ME · University · Public
Tuition
$9,045
Acceptance
99%
Enrollment
687
University of Maine at Presque Isle
Presque Isle, ME · University · Public
Tuition
$8,990
Acceptance
97%
Enrollment
1,397
University of New England
Biddeford, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$42,550
Acceptance
89%
Enrollment
4,799
University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME · University · Public
Tuition
$10,920
Acceptance
79%
Enrollment
6,253
Washington County Community College
Calais, ME · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,687
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
397
York County Community College
Wells, ME · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,866
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,055
Computer Science programs in Maine: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 21 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
21
Public / private
12 / 9
Universities / 2-year
15 / 6
Cities represented
16
In-state tuition range
$3,687–$66,600
Median in-state tuition
$10,989
Lowest published in-state tuition
Washington County Community College
$3,687
Most selective
Colby College
7% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
University of Maine
10,834 students
Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.
What you'll study in a Computer Science program
- Programming foundations in languages like Python, Java, C/C++, and JavaScript
- Algorithm design and analysis (Big-O, dynamic programming, graph algorithms)
- Data structures (arrays, trees, hash tables, heaps, graphs)
- Operating systems, networks, and computer architecture
- Databases and distributed systems
- Discrete mathematics, linear algebra, probability, and statistics
- Software engineering practices: version control, testing, code review, agile workflows
- A specialization track such as AI/ML, security, theory, systems, or HCI
Where a Computer Science degree can lead
- Software Engineer
- Data Engineer
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Site Reliability Engineer
- Security Engineer
- Research Scientist (CS PhD)
Typical pay: $78,000–$135,000 early-career (BLS, 2024 software developers median $133,080)
A Computer Science (CS) major covers algorithms, data structures, operating systems, computer architecture, programming languages, databases, and the mathematics behind them, discrete math, linear algebra, and probability. Most CS programs require 3–4 semesters of math and physics in addition to the major.
By the time graduates leave, they can write production code in multiple languages, reason about algorithmic complexity, design and reason about distributed systems, and have at least one specialization (AI/ML, security, systems, theory, or applications). Many CS programs offer concentrations or BS-vs-BA tracks; the BS typically requires more math and engineering coursework.
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