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The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is tucked into the western mountains of Maine and ready to offer you caring educators, inspiration, and a breath of fresh air. Here your curiosity can help you create and explore as you discover career paths, personal strengths and lifelong communities. Find your place. Find your purpose. Find yourself here.

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What Makes Farmington Different

Get your hands dirty. Explore the mountains. Follow your curiosity. Build something meaningful. Learn what you’re capable of at UMF.

Maine’s Teaching College

For more than 160 years, UMF has prepared exceptional educators and leaders, earning a reputation as Maine’s premier teacher education institution.
Teacher Preparation

Small Classes, Big Opportunities

With an average class size of 17, you’ll build meaningful relationships with professors, take on leadership roles, and make an impact from day one.
Academics

Affordable

A top-quality public university education with personalized support, strong outcomes, and an exceptional return on your investment.
Costs & Aid

Mountains at Your Doorstep

Western Maine mountains, rivers, forests, and trails surround campus, creating endless opportunities for adventure, exploration, and outdoor learning.
Outdoor Adventure

Career-Ready Graduates

Internships, field experiences, mentorship, and professional development help you graduate with the skills and confidence employers value.
Career Pathways

Hands-on Learning

From research and fieldwork to student teaching and internships, you’ll apply what you learn through real-world experiences across every major.
Experiential Learning

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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From Club President to Senior Analyst: How Drew Kelso ‘19 Made the Most of Every Opportunity
November 10, 2026
Drew Kelso ’19 visited the University of Maine at Farmington campus knowing that he wanted a profession that worked with math and computers with strong earnings potential and job security. After meeting Lori Koban and the actuarial science…
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UMF presents “Exploring the Aquifer of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula in the Digital Age” by National Geographic Explorer Sam Meacham, Nov 18
November 10, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (November 10, 2026)—The University of Maine at Farmington is excited to bring National Geographic Explorer Sam Meacham to campus to present “Exploring the Aquifer of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula in the Digital Age.” The event takes place Wednesday, Nov.
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UMF celebrates Art and Design with 2026 Student Art Show, Nov 19 – Dec 3
November 09, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (November 9, 2026)—The UMF Emery Community Arts Center invites the public to the “2026 Student Art Show” Thursday, Nov. 19–Thursday, Dec. 3. The show is in the Emery Flex Gallery with an opening reception Nov. 19, from 5-7…
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UMF and Maine DOE bring Maine educators together to support the learning of every student with Inclusive Education Initiative
November 05, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (November 5, 2026)—The Maine Dept. of Education (DOE) Office of Special Services and Inclusive Education and the University of Maine at Farmington recently hosted more than 150 dedicated school leaders and educators, from Millinocket to Sanford, at their…
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Dr. James P. Melcher – UMF professor, political analyst and advisor who balances supportive encouragement with intellectual challenge
November 02, 2026
Dr. James P. Melcher, University of Maine at Farmington Professor of Political Science and longtime adviser to students in the pre-law program came to UMF on the advice of a grad-school friend. He was looking for a quality, unspoiled…
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UMF in the News: Beavers win 2026 NAC Men’s Cross Country Title
November 02, 2026
The University of Maine at Farmington Men’s Cross Country Team has been named NAC Champions for the fourth year in a row according to NAC Athletics. The Beavers secure their fourth-consecutive North Atlantic Conference (NAC) Men’s Cross Country…
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UMF in the News: Mt. Blue Middle School partnering with UMF on literacy
October 30, 2026
According to a recent Franklin Journal article, Mt. Blue Middle School is expanding academic and behavioral support for students, including a new partnership with the University of Maine at Farmington that provides targeted literacy…
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Visiting Writer Series: Erinrose Mager
November 12, 2026 • 7:30 PM
Join the UMF Creative Writing Department on Thursday, November 12, for a reading by poet Erinrose Mager author of Hot Fruit. The event is free and open to the public. It begins at 7:30 p.m. in The…
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Exploring the Aquifer of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula in the Digital Age
November 18, 2026 • 12:30 PM
In his presentation at UMF, Sam Meacham will synthesize how cutting edge digital technologies are facilitating a new age of underwater cave exploration and interdisciplinary science (geology, archaeology, geoscience, biology) in this unique region of southern Mexico. This event is…
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Men’s Basketball vs Saint Joseph’s College of Maine @Farmington, ME
November 24, 2026 • 7:30 PM
  Cheer on The University of Maine at Farmington Men’s Basketball team as they take on Saint Joseph’s College of Maine in Dearborn Gym! The game starts at 7:30pm.
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First

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.

60+

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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