University of Maine at Farmington Maine

Rural Maine public university with open admissions and a focus on teacher education.

College statistics

Address:
224 Main St.
Farmington, ME
04938
Sector Group:
Public 4-Year or Above
Setting:
Rural
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Education

University of Maine at Farmington is a public four-year institution in rural Farmington, Maine, with approximately 1,950 students. The university emphasizes teacher preparation and education-focused programs. As a regional comprehensive campus, it serves students seeking a small-scale liberal arts experience within the University of Maine system.

In-state tuition is $9,180 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $21,750. Total cost of attendance including room and board runs $20,490 for Maine residents and $33,060 for out-of-state students. Admissions are open: the acceptance rate is 97.6%, making the university accessible to students across a broad range of academic backgrounds. Enrollment is small, keeping class sizes and student-faculty interaction manageable.

The university reports a 6-Year Graduation Rate of 58%, which is modest and worth comparing against peer institutions when making your decision. The 75th percentile SAT Reading score is 615 and Math is 595. This school works best for students seeking an affordable Maine public education with a strong teaching focus and those planning to transfer to a four-year program. Visit the official website at https://www.umf.maine.edu/ for more information.