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Maine College of Art

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Overview

Established in 1882, the Maine College of Art is a non-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Portland (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Maine. Officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, Maine College of Art (MECA) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 250-499 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Maine College of Art (MECA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 142-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. MECA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Maine College of Art's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Maine College of Art's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Maine College of Art' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Maine College of Art's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym MECA
Founded 1882
Motto Educate artists for life
Colours Orange
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University Location

Address 522 Congress Street
Portland
04101-3494 Maine
United States
Maine College of Art's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Maine College of Art Phone Number +1 (800) 639 4808
Maine College of Art Fax Number +1 (207) 772 5069

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Maine College of Art's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Maine College of Art's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Maine College of Art's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Maine College of Art.

Maine College of Art: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
35,000-39,999 US$
(31,890-36,450 Euro)
35,000-39,999 US$
(31,890-36,450 Euro)
International
students
35,000-39,999 US$
(31,890-36,450 Euro)
35,000-39,999 US$
(31,890-36,450 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Maine College of Art's admission information.

Maine College of Art's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Maine College of Art's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Maine College of Art a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Maine College of Art's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is considered but not required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is required
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Maine College of Art's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Maine College of Art's Admission Office Admission Office

97 Spring Street
Portland 04101
(207) 775 3052
800.699.1509

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Maine College of Art.

Maine College of Art's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Maine College of Art has an enrollment range of 250-499 students making it a very small-sized institution.


Maine College of Art's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).


Maine College of Art's Control Type Control Type

Maine College of Art is a private higher education institution.


Maine College of Art's Entity Type Entity Type

Maine College of Art is a non-profit higher education institution.


Maine College of Art's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Maine College of Art's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Maine College of Art's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Religious Affiliation

Maine College of Art does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Maine College of Art's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Special Focus Four-Year: Arts, Music & Design Schools
Size & Setting Four-year, very small, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Balanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Other-dominant, with Arts & Sciences

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Maine College of Art's main facilities:


Maine College of Art's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Maine College of Art's Library

Maine College of Art & Design's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 43,343 physical volumes, 823 physical mediaThe library is managed by a total number of 4 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. The library has a total library expenditure lower than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Maine College of Art's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Maine College of Art provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 303 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Maine College of Art's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Maine College of Art's main services:


Maine College of Art's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Maine College of Art's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Maine College of Art's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

Maine College of Art's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Maine College of Art's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Maine College of Art's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Maine College of Art is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1978


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Maine College of Art's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Maine College of Art's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Independent Colleges of Art and Design (AICAD)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Maine College of Art's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

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Twitter X (Twitter)

Maine College of Art's X (formerly Twitter) page Maine College of Art's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Maine College of Art's YouTube channel Maine College of Art's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Maine College of Art's Instagram page Maine College of Art's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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