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About Husson University

health sciences focusdoctoral professional universitysmall class sizeshigh acceptance ratebusiness and nursing programs

Husson University is a private university in Bangor, ME, known for its health sciences focus, doctoral professional university, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 91%, Husson is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 577 students each year. Husson is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1020–1210, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Husson offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $13,861 per year; the sticker price of $33,946 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Husson University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

91%
Overall Accept Rate
1115
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1020 – 1210 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Husson University

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Application Strategy
Husson is built around career-focused programs in business, pharmacy, nursing, and legal studies, so be direct in your application about the specific profession you are pursuing and why Husson's hands-on, professional curriculum fits that goal.
Essay Strategy
If you have ties to Maine or northern New England, mention them in your application. Husson draws heavily from this region and knowing you understand the community and want to build a career there resonates with admissions.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Husson University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$34k/yr$16.6k
30k-48k~$34k/yr$16.9k
48k-75k~$34k/yr$17.5k
75k-110k~$34k/yr$21.3k
110k+~$34k/yr$25.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

57%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$42k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,329
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

80%White
6%Black / African American
6%Two or More Races
3%Unknown / Unreported
3%International
2%Asian
1%Hispanic
0%American Indian / AK Native
Gender35% Men · 65% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status97% Citizens and Immigrants · 3% International
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