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Welcome to the University of Maine and the University of Maine at Machias, respectively located on Marsh Island in the homeland of Penobscot Nation and in the Passamaquoddy territory.
As a learner-centered Research 1 institution, the University of Maine provides you with unparalleled opportunities to engage directly in cutting-edge research, receiving the personalized attention that ensures your success. Whether you arrive with a clear vision of your future career or wish to explore, we encourage you to discover possibilities you may have never imagined.
With 89 options for undergraduate majors, 123 graduate programs, certificates, specializations and emphases, and 30 undergraduate certificate programs, you have the academic flexibility to pursue the field that you are most passionate about and to explore entirely new disciplines that capture your curiosity. Our Research Learning Experiences begin on day one, connecting you immediately with faculty who are advancing knowledge, making discoveries, and creating new ideas. They are ready to prepare you for careers in all kinds of industries, including ones that may not yet exist.
The University of Maine at Machias offers another exceptional option for your undergraduate education. As the easternmost university in the United States, UMaine Machias provides a community-focused environment where student-led learning and close faculty mentorship create ideal conditions for academic growth. Here, you can pursue your studies while taking advantage of unique opportunities in marine science, environmental studies, and interdisciplinary programs that leverage our distinctive coastal location and specialized expertise.
Our commitment to being learner-centered means that whether you choose UMaine or UMaine Machias, your education will be tailored to your interests to help you achieve your goals. Through partnerships with over 450 industry organizations, internship programs, and external research centers, you will graduate prepared not just for your first job, but for a lifetime of professional growth and adaptation.
The pages that follow detail the academic programs and pathways available to you. We encourage you to explore broadly, engage deeply, and prepare for a future filled with possibilities.
Welcome to the University of Maine community.
Sincerely,
Joan Ferrini-Mundy
President 
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