Best Online Engineering Programs in Auburn, ME (2026)
Auburn, Maine has a population of about 24,294. The city’s median household income is $66,552 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 28.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 19 accredited schools offering engineering programs near Auburn, with tuition ranging from $6,720 to $29,257 per year for indexed programs. In Maine, the top-earning engineering-related role is Architectural and Engineering Manager at a median $140,430 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Engineering Schools to Auburn
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 19 schools in our directory that offer engineering programs near Auburn. Distances are calculated from Auburn city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bates College | Lewiston, ME | 2.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Central Maine Community College | Auburn, ME | 3.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Southern Maine | Portland, ME | 29.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southern Maine Community College | South Portland, ME | 30.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Kennebec Valley Community College | Fairfield, ME | 47.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| The Landing School | Arundel, ME | 50.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Lakes Region Community College | Laconia, NH | 72.5 mi | $6,720 - $22,877 | – |
| University of New Hampshire-Main Campus | Durham, NH | 73.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Maine Maritime Academy | Castine, ME | 74.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Plymouth State University | Plymouth, NH | 75.2 mi | $14,558 - $29,257 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Maine schools on the Maine engineering page.
Engineering Wages Near Auburn
Auburn is part of the Lewiston-Auburn, ME metro area (BLS area code 30340). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Maine statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $91,530 | Lewiston-Auburn, ME | $96,653 |
| Electrical Engineer | $117,670 | Lewiston-Auburn, ME | $124,256 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $101,500 | ME statewide | $107,181 |
| Chemical Engineer | N/A | ME statewide | – |
| Aerospace Engineer | $133,660 | ME statewide | $141,140 |
| Biomedical Engineer | N/A | ME statewide | – |
| Environmental Engineer | $85,050 | ME statewide | $89,810 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $140,430 | ME statewide | $148,289 |
Source: BLS, May 2024 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.
Auburn at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,294 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $66,552 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 28.9% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 94.7 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Engineering-related employment in Androscoggin County | 261 workers, 56 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Auburn-Area Cities With Engineering Programs
- Lewiston, ME – 4.0 mi away (58,664 pop)
- Portland, ME – 28.2 mi away (206,193 pop)
- Augusta, ME – 30.9 mi away (21,876 pop)
- South Portland, ME – 31.4 mi away (25,577 pop)
- Waterville, ME – 43.0 mi away (26,806 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited engineering schools are near Auburn, ME?
Our directory has 19 accredited schools offering engineering programs near Auburn. The closest is Bates College in Lewiston, ME (2.7 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Plymouth State University (75.2 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying engineering roles near Auburn?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying engineering-related roles near Auburn are: Architectural and Engineering Manager ($140,430), Aerospace Engineer ($133,660), Electrical Engineer ($117,670). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Maine statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Lewiston instead of Auburn?
Lewiston, ME is 4.0 miles from Auburn and has its own set of local engineering programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Auburn an affordable place to study engineering?
Auburn’s median household income of $66,552 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Auburn 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.
Related Resources
Data verified: May 5, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2024; 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.