Kaplan University (Lewiston Campus)

    • 475 Lisbon Street
    • Lewiston, Maine 04240
  • Ph:  207-333-3300
  • Fax:  207-333-3305
  • Email:  kknight@kaplan.edu

School Website:  lewiston.kaplanuniversity.edu

Financial Aid Deadline:  Continuous

Title IV Code:  E01190

Admissions Deadline:  Continuous

Categories:  Private College or University

School Calendar:  10 week academic terms



Description:  
  • Recognized for their exceptional student services, the Kaplan University Lewiston and South Portland campuses have historical roots that go back more than 140 years in helping Maine residents attain their educational goals. At Kaplan University’s Maine campuses, students have the opportunity to choose from a variety of different Bachelor’s and Associate’s degree programs. Students can start school every ten weeks at different times during the year in online, blended or on-campus classes.

  • Kaplan University provides a positive learning experience through which students can develop and enhance the skills needed for a successful career. The university’s programs offer opportunities for academic, professional, and personal growth in a diverse global community. Each program develops the knowledge, technical skills, communication skills, and critical thinking skills needed to provide the foundation for professional success.

Student Support Programs, Services, & Resources:  
  • Kaplan offers a learning experience that's both customized and flexible, so students can study on their schedule, on their terms, providing ample time for study and outside activities and responsibilities. Flexible class schedules also make it easier to juggle the demands of home and work, while students receive an education for career advancement.

  • To effectively make the school-to-work transition and prepare for an ever changing workplace, all Kaplan University graduates are entitled to job placement services which include job search strategy sessions, resume preparation, interviewing techniques, a database of job leads, and one-on-one counseling.

Tuition Full-Time:   $250 per credit hour

Tuition Part-Time:   $250 per credit hour

Fees:   Varies depending on program

Room & Board:   N/A

Enrollment:  

  • 100 New Enrollments for July Term

Accreditations:  Kaplan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA). The HLC website is located at www.ncahlc.org. If you have questions about our accreditation, call 954.515.3296, option 4.

Year Founded:  1966

Academic Programs

A list of program offerings for this school is found below.  Use the legend to determine what type of degree is offered by the school in each program.

Online indicates that the program is offered in part or in full via distance education.  For the latest program information, contact the institution directly.

  • A - Associate Degree
  • B - Baccalaureate Degree
  • C - Certificate
  • D - Diploma
  • I - Interdisciplinary study/concentration in conjunction with a major
  • J - J.D.
  • L - Clinical Doctorate
  • M - Master's
  • O - Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
  • P - Ph.D.
Course Online A B C D I J L M O P
Accounting yes yesyes        
Business Administration and Management yes yesyes     yes  
Communication and Media Related yes  yes        
Information Technology yes yesyes     yes  
Early Childhood Education yes yesyes        
Health Information Technology yes  yes        
Medical Assistant yes yes         
Legal Assistant/Paralegal yes yesyes        
Environmental Studies yes yesyes     yes  
Nutrition Studies yes  yes        
Psychology yes  yes        
Human Services yes yesyes        
Public Administration yes yesyes     yes  
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration yes yesyes     yes  
Fire Science yes yesyes        

Incoming Transfer Agreements

If you have course credit at any of the following schools, you may be able to transfer your credit to this institution.  Contact this school directly for details on what types of credit can be transferred.

  • Eastern Maine Community College
  • Husson University
  • Kaplan University (Augusta Campus)
  • Kennebec Valley Community College
  • University of Maine at Augusta
  • Washington County Community College

Outgoing Transfer Agreements

Course credit earned at this school might be eligible for transfer to any of the schools in this list.  Contact these other institutions directly for details on what types of credit can be transferred.

  • Eastern Maine Community College
  • Husson University
  • Kaplan University (Augusta Campus)
  • Kennebec Valley Community College
  • UMA-Bangor
  • University of Maine at Augusta
  • Washington County Community College
  • York County Community College

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