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The University of Maine at Farmington’s Early College program offers distinctive and challenging UMF college courses for FREE to Maine’s high school students – students will only need to cover the cost of books and/or material fees (if required).

Keeping Credits with Purpose at the forefront, we work with you to select the courses that best fit your interests and needs, often leading you to need fewer classes in college — saving you money and time. Participating in an Early College program may also result in you having to take fewer high school classes because some of your college courses replace your high school classes.

Early College programs are offered at all of University of Maine System universities, each offering something a bit different. UMF prides itself in offering students opportunities to be in classes that are often small, hands-on (even when online) and student-centered.

UMF Partner High Schools and Concurrent Enrollment Offerings

Biddeford Regional Center of Technology

ECH 150 Introduction to Early Childhood Education

EDU 125 Becoming a Teacher

Bridgton Academy

ENG 125 Introduction to Creative Writing for Non-Majors

Buckfield Junior-Senior High School

POS 101 Introduction to American Government

Carrabassett Valley Academy

PHY 110 Elementary Physics

BIO 110 Introductory Biology

ENG 100 Writing Seminar

Carrabec High School

MAT 132 Precalculus

Dirigo High School

PHY 110 Elementary Physics

BIO 110 Introductory Biology

CHY 110 Elementary Chemistry

ENG 100 Writing Seminar

ENG 177 Topics in English

MAT 132 Precalculus

 

Edward Little High School
  • POS 101 Introduction to American Government
Ecology Learning Center

MAT 120 Introductory Statistics

PHY 110 Elementary Physics

ENG 100 Writing Seminar

ENG 177 Topics in English

Foster Tech Center

PHY 110 Elementary Physics

PSY 225 Child and Adolescent Development

ART 112 Digital Imaging

ART 177 Topics in Art

BIO 177 Topics in Biology

 

Kents Hill School

ENG 125 Introduction to Creative Writing for Non-Majors

Mattanawcook Academy

ENG 100 Writing Seminar

Mount View High School

PSY 101 General Psychology

Mt. Blue High School

PHY 110 Elementary Physics

Nokomis High School

EDU 125 Becoming a Teacher

Oxford Hills Technical School

ECH 150 Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Old Town High School

ENG 100 Writing Seminar

ENG 177 Topics in English

Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School

ENG 100 Writing Seminar

BIO 110 Introductory Biology

Presque Isle Tech Center

ECH 150 Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Schenck High School

ENV 110 Introductory Environmental Science

Searsport District High School

ENG 100 Writing Seminar

Skowhegan Area High School

BIO 110 Introductory Biology

PSY 101 General Psychology

Somerset County Technical Center

PSY 225 Child and Adolescent Development

ENG 125 Introduction to Creative Writing for Non-Majors

Spruce Mountain High School

ENV 110 Introductory Environmental Science

PHY 110 Elementary Physics

St. Croix Regional Technical Center

ECH 150 Introduction to Early Childhood Education

EDU 125 Becoming a Teacher

ECS 103 Introduction to Teaching Early Childhood Special Education

St. John Valley Technical Center

ECH 150 Introduction to Early Childhood Education

ECS 103 Introduction to Teaching Early Childhood Special Education

EDU 125 Becoming a Teacher

Telstar High School

ENG 100 Writing Seminar

HTY 103 United States History I

HTY United States History II

Tri-County Technical Center

ENV 110 Introductory Environmental Science

 

Westbrook Regional Vocational Center

PSY 225 Child and Adolescent Development

Why Early College

Research has shown that high school students who enroll in Early College courses are more likely to graduate high school, enroll in college and earn a college degree.

  •     Early College students can show college admissions officers that they’re ready for more difficult coursework
  •     Early College students typically have better study skills, more academic confidence and less anxiety about the upcoming transition to college
  •     Early College students enter college with college credits under their belts and are more likely to earn a degree on time than students with no Early College credits

●      Early College is TUITION FREE for Maine residents. Some fees may apply and students are responsible for textbook costs, though this can sometimes be covered by the university or a student’s school district. If textbook costs are a barrier to participation, please contact Director of Early College Kirsten Petroska kirsten.petroska@maine.edu

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I think Early College really prepares you well. Taking college-level classes made my transition to college way easier — and I didn’t have to pay extra for it. I feel like my freshman year of college is easier than my senior year of high school. And unlike my roommates, I can get 8 hours of sleep and I still have some free time. Plus, I was able to fit in the English Language Learner Certificate class I wanted to do.
Gabby Jolin
Early College student
Graduated from Foxcroft Academy

Early College Pathways at UMF

Our Early College Pathways allow you to explore careers, programs, and majors at UMF while also pursuing meaningful coursework that will have relevance — both now and once you’re in college.

Each pathway consists of 4 courses that are meant to both introduce students to the content of a major or academic program while also giving them a chance to earn credits that are highly transferable and relevant regardless of where students land after high school. To learn about specific pathway courses, visit this site.

Aspirations

Students near the University of Maine at Farmington can attend in-person classes on campus with UMF faculty and students, while those across the state can access a wide and growing selection of online courses.

Concurrent Enrollment

Through this option, you can earn college credit by taking specially designed courses at partner high schools, taught by approved high school teachers who collaborate closely with UMF faculty to maintain college-level quality and rigor.

How do I apply?

Apply for Early College through the ExplorEC online portal—though UMF encourages you to choose its classes for a more personalized experience.

What are some benefits of UMF’s Early College program?

  • Show college admissions officers that you’re ready for more difficult coursework
  • Gain better study skills, more academic confidence, and less anxiety about the upcoming transition to college
  • Enter college with college credits under your belts and will be more likely to earn a degree on time than students with no Early College credits
  • Early College is TUITION FREE for Maine residents. Some fees may apply and students are responsible for textbook costs, though this can sometimes be covered by the university or a student’s school district.

Have questions? Contact us!

Kirsten Petroska
Director of Early College Partnerships
Division of Graduate & Continuing Education
University of Maine at Farmington
Theo Kalikow Education Center
186 High Street
Farmington, Maine 04938
tel 207-778-7266
TYY (via Maine Relay Service) dial 711
kirsten.petroska@maine.edu

For additional information about the University of Maine System’s Early College programs, please visit: https://www.maine.edu/early-college/