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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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Once you arrive… you won’t want to leave.

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27 Countries represented on our diverse campus

27 Countries represented on our diverse campus

89%

Nursing students who pass the NCLEX exam

16:1

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January 13, 2026

UMFK Board of Visitors to Host Business Breakfast on February 20

The UMFK Board of Visitors will host its next business breakfast at 7:30 a.m. on Friday, February 20, 2026, in the Nadeau Hall Conference Room.
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Habit Tracking with RA Austin

January 22 @ 11:00 AM
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January 08, 2026

Acadian Archives Lecture Series Returns with Five-Week Virtual Lineup

UMFK’s Acadian Archives will launch its annual Acadian History Lecture Series on February 12, exploring 400 years of heritage.
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Pickleball

January 22 @ 6:00 PM
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December 19, 2025

UMFK Hosts Annual Pediatric Health Fair

The University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK) Nursing Department hosted its annual Pediatric Health Fair at the UMFK Sports Center.
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Paint & Sip

January 23 @ 9:00 AM
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REMINDER: UMFK is now accepting applications for our Bachelor of Science in Forest Management! This new four-year program builds on our existing Associate of Science degree, adding advanced courses to prepare you for careers in logging, GIS, the parks service, and more. And you won't find a better place to study forestry than the beautiful North Maine Woods!

Apply now: umfk.edu/forestry
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Spring semester is underway! Yesterday, students met up in the Bengal's Lair to take Polaroid pictures for their first day of school, throwing back to many of our childhood memories. We're happy to have our students back on campus after a restful winter break!
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Today we celebrate the vision and bravery of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Let’s continue to build a future rooted in love and justice for all.

Reminder: UMFK offices are closed today in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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‼️Announcing BENGAL SUMMER CAMP, for students entering grades 6-8‼️

Campers will spend a week living at UMFK, with opportunities to explore outdoors and experience our academic programs. And there will be plenty of time for fun, like roasting marshmallows around the campfire!

Learn more: umfk.edu/bengal-summer-camp
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