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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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Education

Shape the future as a teacher with Maine’s premier education programs.
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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.
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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 Fitness & Recreation Center offers fun-filled Summer Daze Camp, June 15 – Aug 7
May 27, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (May 27, 2026)—Looking for a fun summer camp in the Farmington area? The University of Maine at Farmington Fitness and Recreation Center is once again offering its annual Summer Daze Camp for children going into grades 1-7 in the…
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UMF Emery Community Arts Center presents “A Retrospective, Interrupted: Landscape Paintings by Phil Poirier” June 13 – Sept. 17
May 21, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME (May 21, 2026)—The UMF Emery Community Arts Center is excited to be exhibiting the artwork of Rumford native Phil Poirier with “A Retrospective, Interrupted: Landscape Paintings by Phil Poirier.”The solo exhibit will be on display in Emery’s Flex Gallery…
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UMF holds festive Commencement ceremony to celebrate the Class of 2026
May 09, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (May 9, 2026)—The lilt of bagpipes filled the air at the University of Maine at Farmington today, Saturday, May 9, as it celebrated the Class of 2026. More than 280 of the 324 graduates, including 252 bachelor’s and 72…
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Great Grad Stories: UMF Student Alice Skiff “Creating Caring Classrooms”
May 08, 2026
Alice Skiff, from Newcastle, Maine, is graduating with a UMF Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, and she remembers the first time she heard about inclusion—the practice of educating all students together in general education classrooms, regardless of…
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Summer Spotlights

Summer at UMF is anything but quiet—there are plenty of opportunities to learn, explore, and stay connected. Check out what’s happening:
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Take a Summer Course

Registration is now open to the public for summer session courses. We offer a variety of subjects, including online options for added flexibility.
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Summer Open House and Campus Tours

Join us for our July 17 Open House or schedule a daily campus tour with our admissions team to explore UMF firsthand.
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Summer Experience

Incoming students can experience UMF and get a head start on college life. Held June 21–24, this on campus program helps you meet new friends, connect with professors, and discover your new community.
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Summer Daze Camp

An active, adventure-filled summer camp for kids grades 1–7 to build friendships, explore new interests, and make lasting memories through themed activities, games, and field trips.
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Longfellow Young Writer’s Camp

A week-long summer camp for high school students to grow their writing skills and explore storytelling in all genres.
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Upward Bound Summer

An exciting six-week residential experience supporting first-generation and income-eligible high school students from Western Maine helping them prepare for college success.
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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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