| Public university | City | County | Instructional staff (FTE) | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maine | Orono | Penobscot County | 612 | Official site |
| University of Southern Maine | Portland | Cumberland County | 396.33 | Official site |
| University of Maine at Augusta | Augusta | Kennebec County | 142.67 | Official site |
| University of Maine at Farmington | Farmington | Franklin County | 91.33 | Official site |
| Maine Maritime Academy | Castine | Hancock County | 86.67 | Official site |
| University of Maine at Presque Isle | Presque Isle | Aroostook County | 51.67 | Official site |
| University of Maine at Fort Kent | Fort Kent | Aroostook County | 34 | Official site |
Largest first by instructional staff (FTE), as each employer reports it to its federal registry.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), 2025–26 institutional characteristics and fall 2024 human resources. Data captured October 2, 2026.
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