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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.
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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.
Create

Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math

Solve problems, innovate, and explore the natural world.
Research

Business & Public Policy

Drive change in business, policy, and community leadership.
Lead

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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Brennick banding a bird.
UMF graduating senior and Jay native sees career in Bioscience take flight
May 04, 2026
FARMINGTON, ME  (May 4, 2026)—Spencer Brennick, Jay native, was looking for a reason to get excited about his future. It was his second try at college when he received an email from UMF Biology Professor Sarah Sloane, an avian behavioral ecologist,…
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2026 UMF Graduate Commencement Speaker: Kristen Plamondon
May 04, 2026
Kristen Plamondon will be UMF’s first-ever graduate student speech at this year’s University of Maine at Farmington Commencement exercises on May 9. Plamondon is graduating in the UMF Counseling Psychology with…
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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 2026 Commencement Event
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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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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