Online Learning

A Flexible & Supportive Experience

Built With You in Mind

With online learning at UMF, students can choose from a growing list of fully online and hybrid programs in areas such as Professional Studies, Special Education, and Public Policy. Additionally, graduate certificates and hybrid master’s programs are available in fields like Early Childhood Education and Educational Leadership.

UMF’s online courses are built with flexibility in mind. Students can learn at their own pace through independent (asynchronous) classes, participate in live sessions (synchronous), or choose a mix of in-person and online instruction. In some cases, classes are offered in a Hyflex format, allowing students to attend either in person or online. This variety makes it easier to balance school, work, and personal responsibilities.

Undergraduate Programs

Fully Online Bachelor’s Degrees: UMF provides fully online bachelor’s degree programs in areas such as Professional Studies (with an individualized focus area), Public Policy, and Special Education.
Degree Completion Program: For individuals who have previously earned college credits, UMF offers a Degree Completion Program that allows students to finish their bachelor’s degrees through a combination of online, hybrid, and in-person courses. This program is tailored to fit individual schedules and career goals.

Undergraduate Programs

Graduate Programs and Certificates

Online Graduate Certificates: UMF offers fully online graduate certificates in areas such as Professional Writing and Special Education (Elementary and Secondary).
Master’s in Early Childhood Education: This flexible hybrid program is designed for working professionals, combining mostly online coursework with limited in-person sessions.
Master’s in Special Education: Offered in a blended format (approximately 70% online and 30% in-person), this program caters to both pre-service and in-service educators seeking advanced knowledge and certification in special education.

Graduate Programs

Flexible Learning Options

Asynchronous Online Courses: Courses where all activities and class meetings are completed online without scheduled meeting times.
Synchronous Online Courses: Courses conducted online with required real-time meetings.
Hybrid/Blended Courses: Courses that combine in-person sessions with online components.
Hyflex Courses: Courses that offer the option to attend sessions in-person, via live video/audio, or a combination of both.

Support for Adult Learners

Personalized Advising: Academic advisors assist in creating individualized degree completion plans, considering prior learning and work experience.
Flexible Scheduling: Courses are available in various formats to accommodate working professionals, including evening and weekend classes.
Credit for Prior Learning: UMF evaluates prior college coursework and life/work experiences for potential credit toward degree requirements.

Degree Completion Programs

Contact Us

For details about the Bachelor’s programs, contact:

Office of Admissions
University of Maine at Farmington
246 Main Street
Farmington, Maine USA 04938-1994
tel 207-778-7050
fax 207-778-8182
TYY (via Maine Relay Service) dial 711
umfadmit@maine.edu

For details about the Graduate programs, contact:

Division of Graduate & Continuing Education
University of Maine at Farmington
Theo Kalikow Education Center
186 High Street
Farmington, Maine 04938
tel 207-778-7502
fax 207-778-8134
TYY (via Maine Relay Service) dial 711
gradstudies@maine.edu