We welcome International Students to apply to the University of Maine at Farmington. In just the past few years, we have accepted and enrolled students from Canada, Mexico, Japan, Morocco, Myanmar (Burma), Russia, and New Zealand, to name just a few.

Because we purposely limit our total enrollment to just 2,000 full-time students, admission to Farmington is competitive. Plus, some of our majors are in such high demand that openings in those academic areas often fill quickly (Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Creative Writing, for example).

For these reasons, we encourage you to apply well ahead of the deadlines.

• Fall semester enrollment June 1
• Spring semester enrollment November 1
• Spring and Fall program applicants March 1

Applicant Information for International Students

Step-by-Step Guide for Applying as an International Student

Please read all the application information carefully.
The University of Maine Farmington does not employ agents to recruit International Students. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at umfadmit@maine.edu

Your application will be reviewed for fall or spring or fall enrollment once all the materials listed below are received.

1. Complete the Standard Application and the International Student Data Form (see related link), and essay.

Our application fee is $40 (non-refundable) payable to The University of Maine at Farmington. Farmington also takes applications through the Common Application, Universal College Application, and the University of Maine System. International Students presently attending a college or university may apply as a transfer student to the University of Maine Farmington.

2. Submit your official Transcripts/educational records.

If transcripts are not in English, please submit your transcripts to the World Educational Services (WES). WES will evaluate your credits from non-U.S. institutions and provide a certified English translation. Contact www.wes.org for more information and fee information.

(Note: If possible, Transfer Students-- those transferring from one university to another-- should submit information relating to credits and individual course content.)

3. If you are currently attending (or if you last attended a U.S. college), please submit the Transfer Student Recommendation Form-- completed and signed by your international student advisor at the college located in the United States.

4. Essay:
Write an essay (this may be submitted on a separate sheet of paper).

5. Financial Documentation:
UMF requires that you have an official bank letter(s) mailed to the Farmington's Office of Admission. This letter must show your ability to finance your education. You may provide additional documentation (i.e., sponsor letters, employer letters, parental statements).

6. TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): Request that your TOEFL scores be sent directly to the University of Maine at Farmington Office of Admission Office. Contact www.ets.org for official testing information and score requests. The University of Maine at Farmington CEEB Code is 3506.

(Optional) Request that any other test results be sent to the University of Maine at Farmington Office of Admission.

The address to mail the above items is listed below:

Application Processing Center
University of Maine System
P.O. Box 412
Bangor, ME 04402-0412

Your application will be reviewed only if all above listed information has been received by the deadline.

Financial Assistance

A limited number of half-tuition waivers are available for International Students who will live in on-campus housing. No additional application is necessary.

This award covers only one half of tuition. International students are responsible for covering additional fees using their own resources.

International Students are eligible to apply for on campus employment and work up to 20 hours per week. The University of Maine at Farmington cannot guarantee the availability of on-campus jobs. There is no other financial assistance for International Students. Tuition costs are for full-time student enrolled in 16 credits per academic semester. Summer expenses for living and tuition are not included in the above estimates. An additional $3,400 U.S. dollars would be needed for summer tuition and board (no meals available). Student transportation costs to and from the home country are not included.

Annual Costs (U.S. Dollars - Academic year 2009-2010)
	International Students	Canadian Students
Tuition	$16,128	$11,616
Mandatory Fees	$964	$964
UMF Room and Board	$7,552	$7,552
UMF Health Insurance	$950	$950
Books and Supplies	$800	$800
Personal	$2,500	$2,500
TOTAL per year	$28,894	$24,382

Dependents accompanying a student: An additional $3,000 (U.S.) must be added to the international student budget. This is required for the first dependent and $1,000 (U.S.) for each dependent thereafter. Documents confirming the availability of these funds must accompany the International Student Data Form.

Additional Information

Health Insurance: All UMF international students are required to pay a Health Center Fee and to purchase Student Health Insurance.

Immunizations: The State of Maine requires all college students born after 1956 to furnish proof of immunization against measles, rubella, tetanus, and diphtheria. Proof of immunization must be on file with the Student Health Center prior to finalization of registration. Please send this information as soon as possible to: Student Health Center, 111 South Street, University of Maine at Farmington, Farmington, ME 04938 USA.

On-Campus Housing: is guaranteed, provided you return your housing application and license by the required deadlines. Generally, International Students who are not accompanied by their family live on campus.

Students currently attending or who last attended a U.S. college or university must submit a Transfer Student Recommendation Form completed and signed by the international student advisor at your current U.S. institution.

Transportation is available through the University of Maine Farmington to and from the Portland Jetport and Portland bus stations (an hour and a half drive from campus) at the beginning and end of each semester and on major holidays.

Please note that there is no public transportation to and from Farmington. The University cannot assume responsibility for transportation problems.

We welcome your questions and look forward to hearing from you.

Office of Admission
University of Maine at Farmington
246 Main Street
Farmington, ME 04938 USA
US tel 207-778-7050
Intl. tel 00-1-207-778-7050
fax 207-778-8182
TDD/TYY (Telecommunications Device for the Deaf) 207-778-7275
umfadmit@maine.edu

If a visit to campus is in your plans, please let us know; we will be happy to make the arrangements for you. Please let us know two weeks in advance of when you wish to visit.