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Academics

Small Classes, Big Opportunities

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.

Areas of Study

UMF offers over 30 programs across a variety of fields, so you can find the path that fits your interests and career goals.
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Honors Program

Join UMF’s Honors Program to dive deeper into your studies with enriched courses, research projects, and close faculty mentorship.
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Student Success

From mentoring and tutoring to career services, UMF provides the guidance and support you need to stay on track and succeed.
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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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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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Ready for launch?

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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UMF is a breath of fresh air that helped me discover my passions, favorite people, and a better version of myself.
Joanna Korasadowicz ’26
Biology

Academic Resources

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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From Club President to Senior Analyst: How Drew Kelso ‘19 Made the Most of Every Opportunity
November 10, 2026
Drew Kelso ’19 visited the University of Maine at Farmington campus knowing that he wanted a profession that worked with math and computers with strong earnings potential and job security. After meeting Lori Koban and the actuarial science…
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UMF presents “Exploring the Aquifer of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula in the Digital Age” by National Geographic Explorer Sam Meacham, Nov 18
November 10, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (November 10, 2026)—The University of Maine at Farmington is excited to bring National Geographic Explorer Sam Meacham to campus to present “Exploring the Aquifer of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula in the Digital Age.” The event takes place Wednesday, Nov.
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UMF celebrates Art and Design with 2026 Student Art Show, Nov 19 – Dec 3
November 09, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (November 9, 2026)—The UMF Emery Community Arts Center invites the public to the “2026 Student Art Show” Thursday, Nov. 19–Thursday, Dec. 3. The show is in the Emery Flex Gallery with an opening reception Nov. 19, from 5-7…
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UMF and Maine DOE bring Maine educators together to support the learning of every student with Inclusive Education Initiative
November 05, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (November 5, 2026)—The Maine Dept. of Education (DOE) Office of Special Services and Inclusive Education and the University of Maine at Farmington recently hosted more than 150 dedicated school leaders and educators, from Millinocket to Sanford, at their…
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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

79%

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

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