A Future You Can Actually Afford

The University of Maine at Farmington’s Degree Completion program offers an affordable path to finishing your bachelor’s degree, designed to fit your budget while investing in your future

The University of Maine at Farmington’s Degree Completion program makes quality higher education accessible and affordable. With competitive tuition and flexible options, UMF helps students return to school and finish their degrees without overwhelming financial stress.

By choosing UMF, you’re investing in a future of greater opportunities. A respected University of Maine System credential can lead to career growth and higher earning potential—supported by UMF’s dedicated faculty, personalized approach, and strong community.

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UMF makes your bachelor’s degree affordable

You’re not too old to come back to school — and neither are your transfer credits.

We’ll help you choose a program that maximizes your prior college credits and builds on your life and work experience. Even without transfer credits, you can save time and money by earning credit for what you’ve learned through work, volunteering, or personal experiences.

Schedule an individualized consultation to learn what this could mean for you.

Scholarships for UMF Degree Completion Students:

Your Journey Starts Here!

At UMF, the Credit for Prior Learning program lets you turn work, volunteer, and life experiences into college credit—helping you save time and money on your degree. Through exams, ACE-recognized credentials, or a Portfolio Review, your real-world skills can count toward graduation, making your path to completing your bachelor’s faster and more affordable.

To Get Started

UMF helps you explore all available financial options, from scholarships and military benefits to employer tuition assistance. Start by completing the FAFSA to determine eligibility for grants, loans, and scholarships, with support from UMF staff or the Maine Educational Opportunity Center. Financial aid counselors work alongside academic advisors to help you understand your credits, program costs, and available tuition assistance, guiding you through your financial aid package so you know exactly what your degree will cost.