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University of Maine at Presque Isle vs Northern Maine Community College

ADN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Northern Maine Community College
$3,880 vs $8,990

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Maine at Presque Isle
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Northern Maine Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeADNADN
Formatin personin person
LocationPresque Isle, MEPresque Isle, ME
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate100%
Acceptance rate97.1%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance examTEAS
Total tuition$8,990 in / $14,270 out$3,880 in / $6,760 outBEST
In-state tuition$8,990$3,880BEST
Out-of-state tuition$14,270$6,760BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of Maine at Presque Isle or Northern Maine Community College?

Northern Maine Community College is the more affordable option at roughly $3,880, compared to $8,990. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Maine at Presque Isle and Northern Maine Community College the same type of program?

Both are ADN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between University of Maine at Presque Isle and Northern Maine Community College?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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