University of Maine at Fort Kent

Personalized. Adventurous. Affordable.

Being adventurous doesn’t always mean hiking the North Maine Woods (of course, you can do that here). It’s also about empowering yourself with the right knowledge and skills to achieve your goals. At UMFK, you’ll do just that with the help of career-focused academics, real-world learning, and a caring and welcoming community — and all at one of the nation’s most affordable universities.

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Academic Programs

Exceptional majors and minors taught by caring faculty.

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Exceptional Outcomes

Career-focused programs lead to a lifetime of success for our students.

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Unmatched Affordability

Low tuition combined with numerous financial aid options, including scholarships.

Affordable Education

Get Outdoors

Skiing, hiking, snowshoeing, and more.

The Great Outdoors

Explore in every way: the natural world surrounding our beautiful campus, the possibilities of our programs, and most importantly, the aspirations within yourself. Join us and expand your LIFE at UMFK.
Once you arrive… you won’t want to leave.

Deb Hedeen

President and Provost

#19

Regional public school ranking in the North (U.S. News & World Report)

27 Countries represented on our diverse campus

89%

Nursing students who pass the NCLEX exam

16:1

Ratio of students to faculty

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October 10, 2024

UMFK Blake Library Gallery Featuring Exhibit “A Retrospective” by Elizabeth Parker

UMFK’s Blake Library Galley will host the current art exhibit “A Retrospective” by artist Elizabeth Parker through the month of November 2024.

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Today, UMFK celebrated PURPLE THURSDAY to promote awareness and support for survivors of domestic violence. Keely LeBlanc is UMFK's Confidential Resource Advisor who, among other things, can assist students and employees of the University of Maine System with several options to protect their safety and wellbeing. Keely will be at UMFK's Michael Simon Field this Sunday, October 20 at 3pm to provide information on domestic violence awareness. Wear purple and come support the Lady Bengals, too! Game starts at 3:00 pm.

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University of Maine at Fort Kent2 days ago

Attention all #futurebengals! Please join us for the 2024 UMFK Admissions Open House on November 1. Talk with students and faculty, tour campus, learn about student organizations and opportunities, have lunch in Nowland Hall and more! Check out the schedule and register today! >>> https://www.umfk.edu/admissions/open-house/

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University of Maine at Fort Kent2 weeks ago

This week, UMFK Forestry sophomores participated in a prescribed burn with the Maine Forest Service Rangers. UMFK programs include instruction beyond the classroom with true experiential education.

Learn more about Applied Forest Management here:>>> https://www.umfk.edu/academics/programs/forestry/

Follow our forestry program on Instagram to learn more about what students are doing everyday >>> @umfkforestry or on Facebook @UMFK Forestry

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University of Maine at Fort Kent2 weeks ago

‘Tis the season for pumpkin spice and everything nice! 🎃
Sage is bringing in the Halloween season with Bengals’ spirit. Great job, Sage!

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