First-year deadlines, 2026–27
| Plan | Entry term | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early action Apply early, hear early, not binding. | November 15, 2026 | |
| Priority deadline Apply by this date for the best chance at aid or a place; later applications may still be read. | March 1, 2027 | |
| Rolling admission The college reviews applications as they arrive until the class is full. | Fall | August 1, 2027 |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: sjcme.edu · checked September 19, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 50 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 21 |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | 19 |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | 15 |
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 14 |
| Business Administration and Management | 13 |
| Social Work | 10 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 9 |
Show the other 24 majors
| Theology/Theological Studies | 9 |
| Psychology | 9 |
| Accounting | 7 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 7 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 6 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 6 |
| General Studies | 6 |
| Health and Wellness | 5 |
| Environmental Science | 5 |
| Finance | 4 |
| Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs | 3 |
| Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography | 3 |
| Human Resources Management and Services, Other | 2 |
| Mathematics | 2 |
| Biochemistry | 2 |
| Biomedical Sciences | 2 |
| History Teacher Education | 2 |
| Mathematics Teacher Education | 2 |
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | 1 |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 1 |
| Biology Teacher Education | 1 |
| Commercial and Advertising Art | 1 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other | 1 |
| Business/Corporate Communications | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Scholarships
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division III, Great Northeast Athletic Conference
Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Lacrosse, Skiing, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division III, Great Northeast Athletic Conference
Basketball, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball
Faith groups
Cru
Also
Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), crusouthernmaine.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
Rural, near a city
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Portland-South Portland, ME
571,534 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Portland International Jetport (PWM)
Nearest hub airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International (BOS)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 4.7 of 20
Elevation
382 ft
Time zone
Eastern
January low
11°F
July high
80°F
Annual snowfall
69.7 in
Days at 90°F or higher
8 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,710 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Colleges nearby
- Unity Environmental University13 mi
- University of Southern Maine15 mi
- Maine College of Art & Design16 mi
- Bates College24 mi
- University of New England26 mi
- Bowdoin College26 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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