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A Pathway for Everyone

Which one are you? From recent high school graduates to adult learners, no matter where you are on your academic journey, the University Maine at Farmington has a degree pathway for you. Select the appropriate category and start exploring programs, application requirements, and more.

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See what makes UMF a Top 10 Public Regional College in the North. Learn about programs, expert faculty, personalized support, and more. Plus, you can explore real-world learning opportunities such as internships and research. Your path forward starts here.

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Make the Move

We make transferring to UMF as easy as possible with an accelerated transcripts review process, no application fee, and generous scholarships exclusively for transfer students.

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Anywhere, Anytime

At UMF, you can choose a fully online bachelor’s program in special education and, coming soon, an online bachelor’s in elementary education. We also have several graduate certificates, as well as numerous programs that blend online and in-person learning.

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Go to the next level

Named one of the “Best Master’s Colleges in Maine” by University Headquarters, UMF offers affordable and flexible advanced degree programs. Plus, you can give your career skills a boost in one of our certificate and continuing education programs.

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Academic programs, including majors in education, health sciences, humanities, business, and more

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With such a low student-to-faculty ratio, you’ll get the attention you deserve at UMF

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Our student retention rate is among the best in the University of Maine System

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Self-Designed Majors

If you don’t see just the right program, UMF can help you design your own. Called a Self-Designed Major, it’s a program just for you, tailored to your goals. Recent examples include Language and Learning, Geo-Science Journalism, and Global Health Education.

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Areas of Study

Learn from caring educators and skilled researchers. Test yourself in real-world environments. And gain new perspectives by learning across disciplines. At UMF, you’ll step confidently into your future with academics designed with today’s — and tomorrow’s — careers in mind.

Education

Be part of a premier teacher preparation university in Maine, where 95% of graduates say they were “satisfied” or “very satisfied” with their education program here.

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Creative Professions

From the studio to the stage, students in our art, performing arts, and creative writing programs put their talents to practice in programs that focus on hands-on, project-based learning.

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Business, Policy, and Public Service

Prepare for a corporate career, learn how to run a campaign, or acquire the skills to create the next “it” innovation. No matter the path you’re on, one of these programs can get you there.

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Environment

Nearby forests, mountains, and waterways make UMF an ideal setting for exploring the wonders of the natural world in one of our environment-rooted programs.

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Health

Whether you want to treat patients or educate others on how to live a healthful life, UMF’s various health sciences programs will set you on a course toward a meaningful career.

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Experiential Learning

At UMF, your education won’t stop at the classroom door. Recently, students have completed internships at top employers such as the Maine State Aquarium and Merrill Lynch. Plus, you can conduct research alongside faculty, with the surrounding great outdoors making for an unmatched natural laboratory.

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Come Say Hi

While many UMF professors are nationally recognized experts in their fields, they are first and foremost teachers. They bring years of experience into the classroom, translating textbooks into real-world situations and connecting you to internships and other opportunities that match the career path you’re on.

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Achieving your goals isn’t something you have to do alone. We’ll help you select classes, get you through a tough course, and assist you on that research project. When you need the right resources and support, UMF has your back.

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Jordan G. Shaw, president elect MMHCA; Lisa Henry, director MA in Counseling Psychology

UMF Counseling Psychology Director Lisa-Ann Henry awarded MEMHCA Distinguished Service Award

November 10, 2025

FARMINGTON, ME (November 10, 2025)—The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) announces that Lisa-Ann Henry, LCPC, LADC, ACS, director of UMF’s Master’s in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Creative Arts program, has been honored with the Distinguished Service Award from…

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