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University of Maine at Presque Isle
Presque Isle, Maine · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: 181 Main St, Presque Isle, ME 04769 · Phone: (207) 768-9400 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Apr 2026 · Probation · American Physical Therapy Association.
University of Maine at Presque Isle is a public trade/career-adjacent school in Presque Isle, ME offering medical assistant programs, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
The state average completion rate is 56.7%, though this campus's own rate isn't reported; median graduate debt is $16,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,956, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for this campus; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 24.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $40,220 | $47,580 | $51,460 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Maine (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 4 | $42,134 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 4 | $42,134 | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
University of Maine at Presque Isle is a public university located in Presque Isle, ME, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and, for its physical therapy education, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible). Within its broader academic offerings, the campus awards trade-relevant credentials in medical assistant programs, with 8 completers reported in that field.
Federal data shows a state average completion rate of 56.7% for comparable institutions, though this campus's own completion rate compared to that average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $16,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $40,956. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 24.3% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment.
With an undergraduate enrollment of 1,913 and a fringe rural locale, this campus functions primarily as a broader university setting rather than a dedicated trade school, so program length and schedule details for the medical assistant track are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students, including career changers, should contact the school directly or consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard to confirm program length, cost, and outcomes before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers medical assistant programs, with 8 completers reported in federal data. Other program details beyond this field are not reported for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, and its physical therapy education is accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The state average completion rate is 56.7%, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $16,000, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $40,956, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at (207) 768-9400 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means state-supported tuition rates and public accountability standards, though actual costs vary and are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length for the medical assistant track is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the New England Commission of Higher Education and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?161341.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Specific fit for adult or career-changing students, such as flexible scheduling or short-format options, is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing the medical assistant program are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school for program-specific certification guidance.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (207) 768-9400 or visit https://www.umpi.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools offering medical assistant programs is not reported in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.