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Looking for more than a school? At the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF), you’ll make your own discoveries and innovations. Put what you learn to the test outside of the classroom. And unearth your adventurous side among the rugged, natural beauty of western Maine. Plus, our commitment to affordability means money won’t stand in the way of you reaching your goals. Your path forward begins at UMF.

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Find Your Path — Explore Programs at UMF

Education

Shape the future as a teacher with Maine’s premier education programs.
Inspire

Health & Psychology

Launch a career in healthcare, wellness, or mental health.
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Environment & Sustainability

Learn to lead in sustainability at Maine’s Top Green College.
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Arts & Humanities

Ignite your creativity and explore human expression.
Create

Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math

Solve problems, innovate, and explore the natural world.
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Business & Public Policy

Drive change in business, policy, and community leadership.
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Live, Learn, Adventure in Farmington

Life at UMF goes far beyond campus. Located in downtown Farmington and Maine’s lakes and mountains region, students enjoy a lifestyle full of outdoor adventure, creativity, and a high quality of life. All within walking distance of campus you’ll find local restaurants, shops, live music, local art shows, hiking trails, and more.

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UMF student interns Grace White and Sydney Booth with Farmington Police Chief Kenneth Charles
UMF graduating seniors intern with local law enforcement to understand police burnout
April 27, 2026
University coordinated internships provide real-world learning opportunities FARMINGTON, ME  (April 27, 2026)—University of Maine at Farmington graduating seniors Grace White, from Waldoboro, and Sydney Booth, from Waterbury, Conn., weren’t surprised to see each other at the Farmington Police Station. They both…
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UMF celebrates local food with 13th annual Fiddlehead Festival, May 2
April 13, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (April 13, 2026)—Time to once again celebrate local food at the 13th annual Maine Fiddlehead Festival on the University of Maine at Farmington campus, Saturday, May  2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  The festival highlights Maine’s dedication…
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UMF celebrates 27th annual Arts Night and Symposium Showcase and welcomes the community, April 13-15
April 08, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (April 8, 2026)—The University of Maine at Farmington welcomes the community to a day-long celebration of  real-world student research, innovation and creative projects with its 27th annual Arts Night and Symposium showcase, April 13 – 15, 2026. All events…
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Dr. Dora Anne Mills
UMF announces Dr. Dora Anne Mills, a leader in the world of public health, as Commencement Speaker for the Class of 2026
April 06, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (April 6, 2026)—The University of Maine at Farmington is excited to announce that Dr. Dora Anne Mills, MD, MPH, a leader with rural roots and national reach in the world of public health and community well-being, will be the…
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Student Spotlights: Wilson Scholars

Meet some of the 2025-2026 Wilson Scholars & Fellows
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Page Gonya

A senior double majoring in International & Global Studies and Earth & Environmental Sciences using GIS technology to assess crosswalk safety on the UMF campus.
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Ryan Martin-Hachey

A senior majoring in Biology conducting an analysis of Tick Zoonotic Disease Prevalence, infectious diseases that can be transmitted from ticks to humans, in the Greater Farmington area.
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Mya Williams

A junior majoring in Elementary Education exploring using bookmaking to build content knowledge in Math, Science and Social Studies.

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Maine Fiddlehead Festival
May 02, 2026 • 10:00 AM
The Maine Fiddlehead Festival is a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of local food and community, held each spring on the University of Maine at Farmington campus. Centered around the beloved New England delicacy—the fiddlehead fern—the festival welcomes everyone, whether you love…
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UMF 2026 Commencement
May 09, 2026 • 11:00 AM
The University of Maine at Farmington’s 2026 Commencement ceremony will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 9, at the Narrow Gauge Outdoor Venue located off Front Street in Farmington near UMF’s Prescott Field. For more information, visit the…
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Founded in 1864 as a teacher preparation school, UMF is Maine’s first publicly funded institution of higher education.

Zero Tuition for Eligible Mainers

In-state students who meet certain eligibility requirements pay no tuition or fees for up to 15 credits per semester.

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Choose from more than 60 academic programs across the sciences, humanities, business, education, and more.

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Regional Public College — North (U.S. News & World Report).

The Great Outdoors

Into the outdoors? At UMF, you’ll be minutes away from ski areas, pristine waterways, and state and national parks.

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Best Value School, Regional College — North (U.S. News & World Report).

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