UMPI Admissions | Affordable, Personalized Education

EXPECT to be welcomed, supported, and encouraged

At the University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI), you’ll be embraced for who you are and given the support you need to thrive and succeed in an inclusive enviroment. We specialize in personalized, hands-on learning and providing access to real-world career experiences & career-ready skills. No matter what stage of life you are in, we can help you take the plunge into higher education and put you on your path to success!

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Affordable Education at UMPI

We are committed to providing affordable education with a range of financial aid options. UMPI offers free tuition for eligible students and is really, really affordable for everyone else.

Full tuition coverage for eligible Maine students.

Free tuition and fees for eligible Maine residents (first-year and transfer)–a savings of more than $9,400 per year!

Selected recipients will receive a combination of both grant and scholarship funds to cover the annual cost of standard tuition and fees. Recipients are required to attend as full time students and successfully complete 12 credit hours per semester.

A limited number of awards are available for first time, full-time or transfer students from Maine who have filed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), are Pell Grant eligible, and have a Student Aid Index (SAI) of 6,655 or lower. Priority will be given to students who apply for Financial Aid by March 31. If applying after March 31, please contact the UMPI Admissions Office for details and availability.

Significantly reduced tuition and fees for qualifying Maine residents.

Maine applicants who are not Pell-eligible or have a Student Aid Index (SAI) of 6,656 or higher may receive significant reductions for tuition and fees. (a savings of at least $4,600 or more in financial aid grants and scholarships).

Competitive tuition rates

Out-of-State and International students pay just $14,861 per year in tuition and fees.

Available for eligible first-year and transfer students.

Open to all domestic and foreign students, Merit scholarships are awarded upon acceptance based on academic criteria. No additional application required!

$5,000 (renewable each year) for traditional undergraduates
$2,000 (renewable each year) for Transfer students

Plus: Freshman Foundation Scholarships, Native American Tuition Waiver, and others!

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What type of student are you?

Find the right pathway for your educational journey:

Traditional Undergraduate: On-campus, in-person experience for first-year and transfer students.
YourPace Program: Flexible, online-only competency based learning for students aged 20 and older.

Traditional Undergraduate Student

I’m interested in an on-campus, in-person learning experience.

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YourPace student

I’m 20 or older and interested in a flexible, online only learning experience.

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What type of student are you?

Click on the student type that best describes you…

First-Year

Essay (optional, except MLT)
Recommendation Letters (optional)
Dual/Early College

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Transfer

Application Requirements
Financial Aid
Campus Visit

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Canadian

Application Requirements
Tuition / Financial Matters
Campus Visit

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International

Application Requirements
Tuition / Financial Matters
Campus Visit

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Veterans

GI Bill benefits
Resources for Veterans
Financial Aid & Scholarships

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YourPace

Tuition is a flat rate
Degree on your time
Competency-based online programs

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Life at UMPI

Expect to find your community. Expect to feel at home.

Ours is a safe, kind, and nurturing campus. Whether you live here or commute, you’ll be welcomed and embraced for who you are.

Expect a vibrant student life, and opportunities to grow through clubs, leadership programs, and athletics.

Academics

Expect to be inspired. Expect real-world experiences.

Through internships and a wide range of research opportunities, your learning expands far beyond the classroom, allowing you to dive into your career or grad school as soon as you graduate.

Athletics

Expect to play. Expect to win.

Get a competitive NCAA Division III athletics experience in a place where you can also be a successful scholar-athlete.

Student Life & Activities

Expect to be busy. Expect to lead.

At UMPI, you’ll find your voice and your passion through student clubs and other leadership opportunities, and you’ll make lifelong friends along the way.

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Experience UMPI

Ready to learn how UMPI provides an education that defies expectation? Here are three excellent ways to get to know us better.

Campus Visit

There’s nothing like visiting campus in person and talking with faculty, students, staff, and coaches to know if UMPI is the right fit for you. Schedule your campus visit today!

Viewbook

Aside from an actual visit to campus, the best way to get a sense of what makes UMPI so special is to check out our online viewbook. Don’t forget to click on Hootie to sign up for free swag!