Maine Scholarships
Maine (/meɪn/ (listen)) is a state in the New England region of the northeastern United States. Maine is the 12th smallest by area, the 9th least populous, and the 38th most densely populated of the 50 U.S. states. It is bordered by New Hampshire to the west, the Atlantic Ocean to the southeast, and the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Quebec to the northeast and northwest respectively. Maine is the easternmost state in the contiguous United States, and the northernmost east of the Great Lakes. It is known for its jagged, rocky coastline; low, rolling mountains; heavily forested interior; and picturesque waterways, as well as its seafood cuisine, especially lobster and clams. There is a humid continental climate throughout the state, even in coastal areas such as its most populous city of Portland. The capital is Augusta.
For thousands of years, indigenous peoples were the only inhabitants of the territory that is now Maine. At the time of European arrival in what is now Maine, several Algonquian-speaking peoples inhabited the area. The first European settlement in the area was by the French in 1604 on Saint Croix Island, by Pierre Dugua, Sieur de Mons. The first English settlement was the short-lived Popham Colony, established by the Plymouth Company in 1607. A number of English settlements were established along the coast of Maine in the 1620s, although the rugged climate, deprivations, and conflict with the local peoples caused many to fail over the years.
As Maine entered the 18th century, only a half dozen European settlements had survived. Loyalist and Patriot forces contended for Maine's territory during the American Revolution and the War of 1812. During the War of 1812, the largely-undefended eastern region of Maine was occupied by British forces, but returned to the United States after the war following major defeats in New York, Maryland and Louisiana, as part of a peace treaty that was to include dedicated land on the Michigan peninsula for Native American peoples. Maine was part of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts until 1820, when it voted to secede from Massachusetts to become a separate state. On March 15, 1820, under the Missouri Compromise, it was admitted to the Union as the 23rd state.
Maine College Scholarships
Heart Advantage ScholarshipAnna Maria College |
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award $24,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Heart Advantage Scholarship is available to students graduating from a community college in New England. You must be planning to transfer to Anna Maria College and have a minimum 2.8 GPA to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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New England Employee Benefits Council ScholarshipNew England Employee Benefits Council |
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award Up to $5,000 |
deadline April 01, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe New England Employee Benefits Council Scholarship is available to full - time undergraduate and graduate students who reside or attend school in New England. You must demonstrate an interest in a career in the employee benefits field to be eligible for this award. Selection will also be based on educational performance and career... View Scholarship Details |
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Carol De Forest Forensic Science Research GrantNortheastern Association of Forensic Scientists |
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award Up to $2,500 |
deadline April 30, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Carol De Forest Forensic Science Research Grant is available to full-time junior and senior-level undergraduate students and to graduate students who are majoring in forensic science or a related field. To be considered for this award, you must be enrolled at an institution in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New... View Scholarship Details |
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George W. Chin Memorial ScholarshipNortheastern Association of Forensic Scientists |
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award $2,000 |
deadline April 30, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe George W. Chin Memorial Scholarship is available to full-time junior and senior-level undergraduate students and to graduate students who are majoring in forensic science or a related field. To be considered for this award, you must demonstrate academic excellence in your program and be enrolled at an institution in Maine, New Hampshire,... View Scholarship Details |
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George W. Neighbor Jr. Memorial ScholarshipNortheastern Association of Forensic Scientists |
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award $1,750 |
deadline April 30, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe George W. Neighbor Jr. Memorial Scholarship is available to full-time junior and senior-level undergraduate students and to graduate students who are majoring in forensic science or a related field. To be considered for this award, you must demonstrate academic excellence in your program and be enrolled at an institution in Maine, New... View Scholarship Details |
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New England-China Scholarship ProgramNew England Board of Higher Education |
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award Varies |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe New England-China Scholarship Program is available to students who attend a college/university in New England. You must have a solid academic record and an interest in studying abroad in China. This award covers tuition and fees for up to one year. View Scholarship Details |
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Intel PhD Fellowship ProgramIntel Foundation |
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award Varies |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Intel PhD Fellowship Program is open to PhD candidates at select U.S. universities who are working in fields related to Intel's business and research interests. The one - year fellowship includes a cash award, equipment with Intel architecture, an Intel mentor, and the opportunity to conduct research or an internship at Intel. View Scholarship Details |
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Donald and Ruth Agnes Kaplan Memorial ScholarshipConnecticut Community Foundation |
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award Varies |
deadline March 17, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Donald and Ruth Agnes Kaplan Memorial Scholarship is available to female students from Waterbury, Watertown, Naugatuck, Cheshire, Prospect, or Woodbury. You must be attending, or plan to attend, a college in New England, New York, or Israel. You must also be studying, or plan to study, in the field of health care to be eligible for this... View Scholarship Details |
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HospitalityMaine ScholarshipHospitalityMaine |
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award Varies |
deadline April 25, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe HospitalityMaine Scholarship is available to students are pursuing a career in the lodging or foodservice field. You must reside or attend school in Maine to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Maine Manufacturers Career and Training Foundation ScholarshipManufacturers Association of Maine |
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award Varies |
deadline April 30, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Maine Manufacturers Career and Training Foundation Scholarship is available to students who have a sincere desire to further their education in precision machining technology, manufacturing technology, welding, or engineering. You must reside and attend school in Maine to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
Maine Colleges
University of Maine
Four or more years; Public; $33,240 average out-state tuition; $11,640 average in-state tuition |
University of New England
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $38,420 average out-state tuition; $38,420 average in-state tuition |
Bowdoin College
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $57,776 average out-state tuition; $57,776 average in-state tuition |
University of Southern Maine
Four or more years; Public; $22,041 average out-state tuition; $8,064 average in-state tuition |
Colby College
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $58,640 average out-state tuition; $58,640 average in-state tuition |
Bates College
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $59,062 average out-state tuition; $59,062 average in-state tuition |
Husson University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $14,105 average out-state tuition; $14,105 average in-state tuition |
Popular Majors in Maine
- Environmental Science
- Business Administration, Management and Operations
- Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
- Biology
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Physical Therapy Technician/Aide
- Business, Management, and Marketing
- Marketing/Marketing Management
- Digital Marketing
- Marketing
- Clinical/Medical Social Work
- Social Work
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Pre-Nursing Studies
- Psychology
- Digital Arts
- Film/Video and Photographic Arts
- Fine and Studio Arts
- Wildlife Biology