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More Than a School

Located in the foothills of Maine’s western mountains, the University of Maine at Farmington is a place of innovation, discovery, and career preparation, while offering one of the most affordable educations in the Northeast. With roots as a teachers college, today UMF has more than 60 academic programs, each one preparing students for purposeful lives and lasting careers. Here, you’re not just enrolling in a school, you’re becoming part of a close-knit, supportive community.

Our History & Mission
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A Hands-On Approach to Learning

At UMF, you’ll learn it — and do it. That includes internships at top employers, research in the lab and in the field, job shadowing, theater performances, and so much more. When it’s time to land that dream career, your resume will be ready.

Majors & Programs Student Success
#7

Regional Public College — North (U.S. News & World Report)

60+

Academic Programs

#6

Best Value School, Regional College — North (U.S. News & World Report)

1st

UMF is Maine’s first public institution of higher education

A Top Green College

UMF is among the best nationally for sustainability (The Princeton Review)

1,600

Approximate number of students

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Connect with UMF

Since we’re all about building relationships at UMF, we make it easy for you to connect with faculty, staff, and our various academic and administrative departments.

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The faculty and staff are very accessible because they care a lot about student success.
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History

Farmington — Maine’s Most “Collegiest” Town

There’s a reason The Washington Post named Farmington the “Collegiest” town in Maine. From funky stores and coffee shops to nearby skiing, hiking, and other world-class outdoor activities, UMF’s little corner of Maine will turn your college years into an experience that you will never forget.

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UMF welcomes Blue Crew High School Robotics Team to campus for the 2026 season
March 04, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (March 4, 2026)—The University of Maine at Farmington is pleased to announce that the Blue Crew Robotics Team, originally based at Mt. Blue High School, is currently housed downstairs in UMF Ricker Addition in the former Sweatt Winter building…
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UMF in the News: UMF Mens and Womens Basketball Teams headed to the 2026 NCAA Division III National Tournament
March 03, 2026
Beavers to Face Montclair St. in First Round of NCAA Tournament INDIANAPOLIS—The NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Committee has announced the field of 64 teams for the 2026 NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Championship. 2026 North Atlantic Conference (NAC) Champion…
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UMF presents Libra Scholar C. Edward Watson keynote on “Embracing AI”— Feb. 25
February 19, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (February 19, 2026)—The University of Maine at Farmington is pleased to announce that C. Edward Watson, a UMF Spring ’26 Libra Scholar, will be presenting a keynote address, “Embracing AI as Essential Learning: Preparing Students for Life Beyond College,”…
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UMF biology professor Donelle Schwalm helps students Claire Beisel, and Cora Treiss collect a tick from a tick drag cloth that will be tested for tick borne diseases in the lab.
UMF improves student retention, workforce preparation by tripling enrollment in hands-on Research Learning Experiences
February 11, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (February 11, 2026)—The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is strengthening student retention and workforce readiness thanks to an explosion of enrollment in high-impact, hands-on Research Learning Experiences (RLEs). Since launching RLEs at UMF in the 2022-23 academic year,…
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University of Maine at Farmington Men’s Basketball vs Yeshiva University – NCAA Tournament Second Round
March 08, 2026 • 3:00 AM
University of Maine at Farmington Men’s Basketball vs Yeshiva University – NCAA Tournament Second Round…
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Zoom Info Session on M.A. in Counseling Psychology with an Emphasis in Creative Arts:
March 12, 2026 • 6:00 PM
Curious about a career in clinical mental health counseling? Interested in continuing your education right here at UMF? Join us for a relaxed, informative session to explore an overview of the program, information about courses, structure and schedule, full-time and…
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University of Maine at Farmington Men’s Snowboard/Freeski at USCSA Nationals – Giant Slalom (Snowboard)
March 14, 2026 • 12:00 AM
University of Maine at Farmington Men’s Snowboard/Freeski at USCSA Nationals – Giant Slalom (Snowboard)…
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Symposium 2026
April 15, 2026 • 12:00 AM
Each year, the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) Symposium showcases the academic excellence, research, creative work, and experiential learning of our students. Students present both individual and course-based projects representing diverse academic disciplines. Through lectures, demonstrations, performances, and interactive…
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