The University of Maine School of Law, founded in 1961 and located in Portland, is the only law school in the state and is accredited by the American Bar Association. Originally established as the Portland University of Maine School of Law, it became part of the University of Maine System and is now administered through the University of Southern Maine. The school is known for its small class sizes, strong clinical offerings, and deep connections to Maine's legal community, with many graduates going on to practice in the state.
Maine Law maintains a collegial, community-oriented culture in which students work closely with faculty and practitioners. Distinctive strengths include clinical programs such as the Cumberland Legal Aid Clinic and the Prisoner Assistance Clinic, as well as strong programs in environmental and ocean law, intellectual property, and public interest law. The school publishes the Maine Law Review and offers JD and LLM options along with joint degree programs. Students benefit from Portland's vibrant waterfront setting and proximity to state courts, firms, and government agencies.
| Type | Public |
| Location | Portland, Maine |
| Founded | 1961 |
| Total students | 250 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 9:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 70% |
| Graduation rate | 88% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
| In-state tuition | $30,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $46,000 |
| Room & board | $16,000 |
| Average financial aid | $20,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
| SAT range | N/A (LSAT/GRE required) |
| ACT range | N/A (LSAT median approx. 153) |
| Average GPA | 3.40 |
| Regular deadline | March 1 |
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