PrivateUrbanHusson University
Husson
Bangor, Maine 04401-2929
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences
Husson University is a private institution in Bangor with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1110, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.4K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
57% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $45,025 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,798.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Eagles
History & Fun Facts
- •In 1933, the Bangor school was bought by Chesley H.
- •On December 27, 1946, following a stockholders meeting the college was renamed to Husson College.
- •The name change became effective on January 2, 1947.
- •In 1953 the Maine Legislature authorized the school to grant Bachelor of Science degrees.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1110
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Action
December 1
Regular Decision
Rolling
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Transfer Admission
International Students
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Financial Aid
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
30.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.9%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$21,500
Academics
Programs (93)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
76%
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
20
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from ME state average + city premium
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Visit Planning
Nearby Hotels
Plan Your Visit
Nearby Attractions
Bangor Waterfrontwalkable
Scenic waterfront with concerts, farmers market, and events
Stephen King's House
Famous author's Victorian mansion with distinctive bat-wing fence
Acadia National Park
Stunning coastal national park with hiking and ocean views
University of Maine Museum of Artwalkable
Contemporary art museum in downtown Bangor