University of Maine Transfer and Admissions Information

Public

4 year
9,430

Full + Part time Students
1:15

Faculty to Student Ratio
9%

Transfer Student Ratio

Founded in 1865, the University of Maine is a land, sea and space grant institution, and the flagship campus of the University of Maine System. Located in Orono along the banks of the Stillwater River, this vibrant and dynamic university serves Maine, the nation, and the world through its teaching, research and outreach mission. UMaine students come from every county in Maine, more than 49 other states and more than 75 countries. UMaine offers more than 100 degree programs through which students can earn graduate certificates, master’s, doctoral or professional science master’s degrees. Opportunity for all members of the University of Maine community and its constituents is a cornerstone of our mission.

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Overview

Founded	1865
Total Faculty	852
Full-Time Undergraduate	9,430
Transfer Students	461
Programs	214 Programs
Courses	3,296 Courses
Transfer Agreements	2 incoming Transfer Agreements
Equivalencies	2,938 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition	$26,230
Out-of-State Tuition	$47,020
Books and Supplies	$1,000

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

To apply for financial aid at the University of Maine there is only one required application – the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, commonly referred to as the FAFSA. Grants, scholarships, loans, and Federal Work-Study are all considered financial aid. UMaine’s FAFSA code is 002053. Incoming fall transfer students are automatically considered for scholarships at the time of admission. Typically, merit scholarship awards are included with the letter of acceptance.
Tuition and Fees:

Standard Undergraduate Tuition: Maine & Canadian Residents $308/credit hour; Non-Resident $1,001/credit hour; NEBHE (select programs) $524/credit hour.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Fall Recommended	March 1
Fall Transfer Scholarship/FAFSA On-time Deadline	June 1
Fall (reviewed on a space available basis)	July 1
Spring	January 1

Transfer Application Requirements

Minimum GPA:

A minimum GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) is required for transfer applicants. Your college GPA and the number of completed courses are considered when awarding scholarships.
Official Transcripts:

An official high school transcript or GED or HiSET documentation, students with over 60 transfer credits may request a waiver of this requirement. Official college transcripts for all colleges attended.
SAT Scores:

100% Test Optional
Letters of Recommendation:

Recommendations are not required for transfer applicants, but will be considered if they are submitted.
Essay:

An essay or personal statement is required.
Application Fee:

Waived Application Fee
Interview:

An interview is required of some for admission consideration, will be notified if needed.
Apply Here:

https://go.umaine.edu/transfer-to-umaine/application-information/

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

The lowest grade earned for any course that may be transferred for credit is a C-.
Credits (Min/Max):

You must complete a minimum of 30 credits at UMaine to earn a bachelor's degree.

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