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Prospective Students

A Personalized College Experience Starts Here

Whether you’re interested in the arts, sciences, business, education, or any other field, University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) offers personalized learning, hands-on opportunities, and a close-knit campus to make your college experience one-of-a-kind.

From day one, you’ll have the chance to explore new ideas, connect with dedicated faculty, and build lifelong friendships. UMF is committed to helping you succeed.

Areas of Study Student Life

Why Choose University of Maine Farmington

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A Welcoming, Tight-Knit Campus

You’ll quickly get to know your classmates and professors. UMF’s close community—rooted in Maine and New England—makes it easy to feel at home.
Explore Farmington
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Affordable and Well-Supported

UMF is committed to keeping college within reach, with most students receiving scholarships, grants, or work-study to help manage costs.
Tuition Costs & Aid
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Small Classes with Strong Faculty Support

You won’t be just a number here. With small class sizes, your professors will know your name and be there to help you succeed.
Meet the Faculty
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Real-World Experiences and Connections

Through internships, undergraduate research, community service, and study-away opportunities that expand your perspective and strengthen your resume.
Experiential Learning
71%

of first-year students return for their second year

97%

Receive Financial Aid

62%

Have classes with fewer than 20 students

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UMF in the News: Farmington-area school district technology specialist, and UMF alumna, earns state award
October 15, 2026
According to a recent article in the Franklin Journal Nicole Lesperance, technology integration specialist and training coordinator for Regional School Unit 9, has received the 2026 ACHIEVE Award from the Association of Computer Technology Educators of Maine, recognizing…
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Rooted in Compassion: How UMF Shaped Tabitha Ryan’s Work as an Educator and Advocate
October 13, 2026
Tabitha Ryan (2005) majored in Early Childhood Education and Psychology at the University of Maine at Farmington following her passion for helping children and their families. During her studies, Tabitha gravitated towards Melissa Clawson’s philosophy of education…
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UMF and Northeastern University create pathway to a Master’s degree in Biotechnology at the Roux Institute to help students advance their careers
October 06, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (October 6, 2026)— The University of Maine at Farmington and Northeastern University have created an accelerated pathway for full-time UMF undergraduate students majoring in biology to earn their master’s in biotechnology. Beginning in Fall 2026,…
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Dani Faltraco ‘24: Teaching Through Connection
September 30, 2026
For UMF graduate Dani Faltraco ’24, who earned her degree in Secondary Education with a concentration in English, one of the most meaningful parts of teaching begins long before a student ever gives an…
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Farmington, Maine USA 04938-1994
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