Study at University of New England

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.

Course Topics

The most common major fields study at the school include science, medicine, education and teaching, and family and social work.

University of New England Selectivity

University of New England does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007 was 470 to 570 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 480 and 580. University of New England attracts a fair number of students from out of state.

Faculty

Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.

Student Enrollment

University of New England, in 2007, had 3,792 students (3,407 full-time equivalent). The Student Enrollment at the school is essentially female.

Student Life

Most students at University of New England attend full-time. 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."