University of Maine
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Best Online Education Programs in Waterville, ME (2026)
Waterville, Maine has 2 accredited schools offering education programs. Waterville has a population of about 16,704. Median household income is $47,489 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 32.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Maine, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, K-12 at a median $102,890 annually (BLS, May 2025).
Closest Education Schools to Waterville
The 2 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 2 schools in our directory that offer education programs near Waterville. Distances are calculated from Waterville city center.
How We Rank Schools
Every school list on this site is ordered by the BOC Score, computed from the most recent school-level data published by the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and IPEDS). To qualify, a school must be currently operating and accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Each eligible school is then scored on five measures, percentile-ranked against schools at the same credential level:
- Graduation rate 30%
- Median earnings, 10 years after entry 25%
- Average net price (lower is better) 20%
- Retention rate 15%
- Fully online availability 10%
Schools without enough outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score. On this page, schools are ordered by distance from Waterville. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
University of Southern Maine
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Online programsYes
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Maine schools on the Maine education page.
Education Wages Near Waterville
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Maine, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $64,880 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,390 |
| Middle School Teacher | $63,590 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $77,050 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $102,890 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $88,180 |
| Tutor | $49,880 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $58,630 |
Source: BLS, May 2025 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Waterville at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,704 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $47,489 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 32.2% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Education-related employment in Kennebec County | 2,251 workers, 58 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Waterville-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Augusta, ME – 14.9 mi away (21,876 pop)
- Lewiston, ME – 40.0 mi away (58,664 pop)
- Auburn, ME – 43.0 mi away (22,948 pop)
- Bangor, ME – 47.2 mi away (59,259 pop)
- Portland, ME – 67.1 mi away (206,193 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited education schools are near Waterville, ME?
Our directory has 2 accredited schools offering education programs near Waterville. The closest is University of Maine in Orono, ME (55.0 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is University of Southern Maine (68.1 miles). 2 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying education roles in Maine?
Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying education-related roles in Maine are: Education Administrator, K-12 ($102,890), Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($88,180), Education Teacher, Postsecondary ($77,050). Wages for Waterville workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Augusta instead of Waterville?
Augusta, ME is 14.9 miles from Waterville and has its own set of local education programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Waterville an affordable place to study education?
Waterville’s median household income of $47,489 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Waterville while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Maine public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
Learn More About Education Programs
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- Education concentrations and specializations
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- Main Education degree guide
- Online Education programs in Maine
- Education programs by state
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Data verified: June 11, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.