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At UMF, STEM students connect classroom learning with hands-on experience. Programs focus on problem-solving, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration, preparing graduates to succeed in a rapidly evolving scientific and technological world.

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UMF STEM majors and certificates prepare students for diverse careers in data, technology, healthcare, environmental science, finance, and emerging industries through applied, real-world skills

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New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE) offers students from participating states a significant tuition discount.

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Develop in-demand skills for today’s workforce.

At UMF, you don’t just study STEM—you explore, experiment, and solve real-world problems. Through hands-on labs, research, and applied coursework, you’ll gain practical skills that prepare you for careers and graduate study. Here, learning goes beyond the classroom.

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Empowering Future Leaders in STEM Programs at UMF

At UMF, you don’t just study STEM—you actively explore, experiment, and solve real-world problems. Through hands-on labs, research opportunities, and dynamic coursework, you’ll gain practical skills that prepare you for careers and graduate study. Here, learning goes beyond the classroom.

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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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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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