YourPace at The University of Maine at Presque Isle

Your Journey. YourPace.

Discover how our personalized, competency-based learning empowers you for success.
Build on what you already know to earn a really affordable degree online at your pace.

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Affordable Online Degrees

A degree from UMPI’s YourPace program holds the same value as any traditional UMPI degree, but with greater flexibility. Instead of following a standard 15-week schedule, you advance by mastering competencies at your own pace. The faster you demonstrate your knowledge, the more you can save. With a flat tuition rate per 8-week session and no fixed deadlines, you have full control over your learning speed. YourPace offers a variety of options, including undergraduate and graduate degrees, certificates, and a non-degree track.

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Graduate Degree

UMPI’s expanding suite of master’s programs is designed to prepare professionals for leadership and innovation in today’s evolving global landscape. Our Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership (MAOL), along with upcoming graduate offerings, equips students with the strategic, creative, and problem-solving skills needed to drive meaningful change. With a focus on adaptability and purposeful leadership, our programs empower students to foster long-term success across diverse industries and dynamic environments.

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Undergraduate Degrees

Advance your career with a flexible, high-quality degree designed for working adults. YourPace bachelor’s programs provide the skills and expertise needed to excel in today’s dynamic job market. With a focus on practical, real-world problem-solving and 21st-century competencies that employers value, you’ll gain the confidence to stand out and achieve your professional goals.

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Certifications

Take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families. The Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician Certification and the Human Services Assistant Certification provide the essential skills and knowledge to excel in various human services roles. These programs are designed to support career growth and open new opportunities across a range of settings in the human services field.

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Non-degree Option

Curious if YourPace is the right fit for you? Enroll in a session and experience it firsthand. If you choose to pursue a degree, the credits you earn as a non-degree student can be seamlessly applied toward your program, helping you get a head start on your educational journey.

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Flexible degrees for busy adults

Take control of your education with a learning experience tailored to your unique skills, goals, and schedule. UMPI’s YourPace program offers flexible online degrees that align with your personal and professional aspirations, helping you achieve success today and in the future

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We measure progress, not time.

Complete courses at your pace and move on to the next in the same session. With 6 session starts a year, you can customize your workload and earn credits faster to fit your needs and busy schedule.

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Upcoming Session Dates

The Dates YourPace Students need to know

There are six opportunities throughout the year to begin our YourPace online program. Find the start date below that works best for you and apply before the application deadline. Please note, application and document deadlines are the same. UMPI must receive all documents including official transcripts by the document deadline to be considered. Transcripts can often take 10 or more business days from the request date to be received by UMPI, please plan accordingly.

Term	APP DEADLINE	DOCUMENT DEADLINE	CONFIRMATION DEADLINE	REGISTRATION DEADLINE	TUITION DEADLINE	START DATE	CLASS END DATE	Term Length
Spring 2	02/07/25	02/18/25	02/25/25	03/04/25	03/06/25	03/10/25	05/02/25	8 weeks
Summer 1	04/11/25	04/22/25	04/29/25	05/06/25	05/08/25	05/12/25	07/03/25	8 weeks
Summer 2	06/06/25	06/17/25	06/24/25	07/01/25	07/03/25	07/07/25	08/29/25	8 weeks
Fall 1	08/01/25	08/12/25	08/19/25	08/26/25	08/28/25	09/02/25	10/24/25	8 weeks
Fall 2	09/26/25	10/07/25	10/14/25	10/21/25	10/23/25	10/27/25	12/19/25	8 weeks
Spring 1	12/12/25	12/23/25	12/30/25	01/06/26	01/08/26	01/12/26	03/06/26	8 weeks

It’s your degree. Complete it on your schedule.

Our personalized learning model puts you in control over your education and the cost of your degree. Unlike traditional degree plans, our competency-based online programs empower you to advance quickly through what you already know and focus on what you need to learn—saving you time and money.

100% Online Coursework

You can access our digital platform anywhere you have internet and at any time that’s convenient for you

Affordable Flat-Rate Tuition

Complete as many courses as you like, pay the same tuition each session

Built-in Flexibility

Progress through competencies as fast as you want, graduate in as few as 12 months*

Unparalleled Support

Stay on track with dedicated faculty, academic success coaches, and professional academic advisors

What is Competency-Based Education?

Designed to leverage your previous knowledge, college coursework, and work experience, competency-based education enables you to earn your degree at your pace as you demonstrate mastery of relevant academic content.

What You’ve Done Counts

Learn how your previous college credit, certifications and work—as well as life experiences—are considered and help you graduate faster with YourPace online at UMPI.

About the University of Maine at Presque Isle

For over a century, the University of Maine at Presque Isle has helped students find their path to great professional careers. We provide life-changing opportunities while serving as a cultural and educational resource for students and the community.