The Maine coastline boasts so many deep harbors it is thought all the worlds navies could anchor in them. Maine is also home to 8 public universities, 21 private colleges, and 7 community colleges recognized by the Maine Higher Education Council. The state offers students a variety of excellent liberal arts colleges, art schools, environmental colleges, law, medical and pharmacy schools, and seminaries. Available degree programs range from two-year associate degrees to doctoral level programs.