UNITY COLLEGE
- 90 Quaker Hill Road
- Unity, ME 04988
- OPEID College Code: 00685800
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- General Phone: (207) 948-3131
- President: Dr. Mitchell Thomashow
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's
- Local Area: Rural
- Student Enrollment: 564
- College Mascot: Rams
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Unity College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
- Website
- www.unity.edu

- Mission Statement
- Unity College is a small, private college in rural Maine that provides dedicated, engaged students with a liberal arts education that emphasizes the environment and natural resources. Unity College graduates are prepared to be environmental stewards, effective leaders, and responsible citizens through active learning experiences within a supportive community.
Accreditation
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, No Graduate Coexistence
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
Unity College Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.unity.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Recommended
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 287 | 377 | 664 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 207 (72%) | 305 (81%) | 512 (77%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 72 (35%) | 97 (32%) | 169 (33%) |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 97%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 81% | 26% | 23% | 96% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $9,691 | $4,814 | $1,187 | $7,241 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 8.0% | 3.7% | 5.0% |
| Number in Default | 14 | 7 | 11 |
| Number in Repayment | 174 | 185 | 216 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $21,690 | $20,760 | $19,595 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $21,690 | $20,760 | $19,595 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $21,690 | $20,760 | $19,595 |
| Books and Supplies | $450 | $450 | $450 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $4,830 | $7,680 | $7,310 |
| Other Expenses | $1,130 | $1,130 | $1,050 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,300 |
| Other Expenses | $1,130 | $1,130 | $1,050 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,130 | $1,130 | $1,050 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $28,100 | $30,020 | $28,405 |
| In-State | $28,100 | $30,020 | $28,405 |
| Out of State | $28,100 | $30,020 | $28,405 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $27,770 | $26,840 | $25,395 |
| In-State | $27,770 | $26,840 | $25,395 |
| Out of State | $27,770 | $26,840 | $25,395 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $23,270 | $22,340 | $21,095 |
| In-State | $23,270 | $22,340 | $21,095 |
| Out of State | $23,270 | $22,340 | $21,095 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Associate | Bachelor | |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture Operations | ||
| Aquaculture Degree | - | 2 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Degree | - | - |
| Ornamental Horticulture Degree | - | 3 |
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | ||
| Ecology Degree | - | 5 |
| Environmental Biology Degree | - | - |
| Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography Degree | - | 1 |
| Wildlife Biology Degree | - | 21 |
| Education | ||
| Education, Other Degree | - | 1 |
| English Language and Literature | ||
| English Language and Literature, Letters, Other Degree | - | 3 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Therapeutic Recreation Degree | - | 5 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | ||
| Liberal Arts Degree | 1 | 1 |
| Natural Resources and Conservation | ||
| Environmental Science Degree | 4 | 1 |
| Environmental Studies Degree | - | 1 |
| Forestry Degree | - | 3 |
| Natural Resources Management and Policy Degree | - | 1 |
| Natural Resources Management and Policy, Other Degree | - | 21 |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management Degree | - | 1 |
| Recreation and Fitness Studies | ||
| Parks and Recreation Degree | - | 6 |
| Parks and Recreation Management Degree | - | 8 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 564 Undergraduate: 564
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 286 Female: 278
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 286 Female: 278
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 554 Part-Time: 10
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 554 Part-Time: 10
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 2 | 0.4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 250 | 44% |
| Ages 20-21 | 219 | 39% |
| Ages 22-24 | 68 | 12% |
| Ages 25-29 | 10 | 2% |
| Ages 30-34 | 4 | 0.7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 5 | 0.9% |
| Ages 40-49 | 4 | 0.7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 2 | 0.4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 148 | 117 | 31 |
| Faculty Status | 49 | 33 | 16 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 49 | 33 | 16 |
| Primarily Instruction | 49 | 33 | 16 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 17 | 17 | - |
| Other Professionals | 34 | 26 | 8 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 48 | 41 | 7 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 17 | 15 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 30 | 25 | 5 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,183 (33) | $52,276 (18) | $45,473 (15) |
| Professor | $55,645 (14) | $57,171 (10) | $51,830 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $46,624 (11) | $46,821 (7) | $46,280 (4) |
| Assistant Professor | $41,859 (6) | $41,500 (1) | $41,930 (5) |
| Instructor | $40,000 (2) | - (-) | $40,000 (2) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,183 (33) | $52,276 (18) | $45,473 (15) |
| Professor | $55,645 (14) | $57,171 (10) | $51,830 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $46,624 (11) | $46,821 (7) | $46,280 (4) |
| Assistant Professor | $41,859 (6) | $41,500 (1) | $41,930 (5) |
| Instructor | $40,000 (2) | - (-) | $40,000 (2) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Small College Athletic Association (Nscaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 97 | 35 | 62 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 97 | 35 | 62 |
| Basketball | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Soccer | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Volleyball | 22 | - | 22 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $3,157 | $3,619 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $500 | $500 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Basketball | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 74%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 54% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 47% |
| Female | 71% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 100% |
| Black | 100% |
| White | 54% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 25% |
| 5 Years | 53% |
| 6 Years | 54% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Liquor Related | - | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | 2 |
| Burglary | 1 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | 2 |
| Burglary | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009