Because of our small size, we know our
UMaine’s Regional Campus
students as individuals. This means we can help them to get to the next level more effectively — by connecting them to a job or internship opportunity,
UMaine’s regional campus is in the heart of Machias, a small, historic New England town situated beside the Machias River estuary that meets the Gulf of Maine. Surrounded by miles of wild blueberry fields, forests, pristine lakes and rugged, rocky Atlantic coastline, the area offers outdoor recreation opportunities for all seasons.
or by writing them a heartfelt letter of recommendation.” — William Otto, Ph.D., professor of chemistry
1st university in the U.S. to see the sun rise 650 students from across New England, the U.S. and the world 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio 243-acre campus with wooded hiking trails 4 beaches within 15 miles of campus
$3.1 million awarded to students in scholarships, grants and waivers in 2018 Lowest tuition rates among all four-year universities in Maine 95% of students receive a form of financial aid
2 residence halls with doubles, suites, common areas and gender-neutral options
Merit-based scholarships for in-state, out-of-state, first-year and transfer students
6-lane swimming pool and fully equipped fitness facility
4 years of faculty advising
ORONO MACHIAS 95
ACADIA NATIONAL PARK
UMaine Machias is less than 10 miles from Jasper Beach and within walking distance of the Down East Sunrise Trail, an 87-mile scenic rail-to-trail corridor open to hikers, bikers, skiers, snowmobilers, ATVers, horseback riders and dogsledders.
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University of Maine at Machias Admissions Office 116 O’Brien Ave. Machias, ME 04654-9986 @umainemachias
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The University of Maine at Machias is a regional campus of the University of Maine.
As the regional campus of the University of Maine, Machias offers students a unique college experience in a small, tight-knit, coastal community. Students have access to 4+1 graduate programs, 1+3 transfer programs, and a broad selection of online courses at the state’s flagship institution and the Hutchinson Center in Belfast, Maine.
apply today UMaine Machias Important Application Dates Application deadlines: rolling admission Application Materials Official high school transcript Official college transcripts for all attempted college coursework Recommendation from school personnel 100% test optional Application material should be submitted online or to: Shared Processing Center P.O. Box 412, Bangor, ME 04402 Visit umaine.edu/stuaid for scholarship and financial aid information. Financial Aid Deadlines Oct. 1 | FAFSA available March 1 | First-Year FAFSA deadline June 1 | Transfer FAFSA deadline
I like how the first thing that you do is get in your waders and go catch green crabs.” — Jamie Merriam Marine biology major
degree programs and concentrations
• Kilburn Commons Dining Facility • 9 hole disc golf course • Equipment rental Kayaks, canoes, life jackets, snowshoes, cross
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degrees
Fisheries Biology Health Pre-professional Wildlife Biology
“It’s hands-on. I get to experience before I become a teacher.
Business and Entrepreneurial Studies* College Studies*
— Paige Wentworth Elementary education major
Creative Arts
Creative Writing Visual Arts
Self-designed concentration
Aquaculture Coastal Conservation Marine Ecology
Elementary Education Inclusive Early Childhood Secondary Education Special Education
Psychology and Community Studies*
Environmental Geographic Information Science*
Ecological Applications Spatial Data Science
Marine Biology
Education*
Biology
what being a teacher is like
country skis
• 243 acres of campus and trails to explore • Recreation Center and pool • Student Union • Intramurals — cornhole, disc golf, soccer
FOUR-YEAR PROGRAMS
Recreation and Tourism Management
Community Applications
Clubs: • 8 sororities and fraternities • 100% Society
for the LQBTQIA+ Community and Allies
• Black Student Union (BSU)
creating a more inclusive and diverse campus
• Conservation Law
FOIL, Sabre and Epee fencing for all levels
TWO-YEAR PROGRAMS
1+3 PATHWAY PROGRAMS
Associate Degrees
Engineering Pathways
Business and Entrepreneurial Studies*
Allied Health Audio/Media Production Aquaculture Creative Writing Marine Biology Mental Health and Rehabilitation Psychology Visual Arts
High School Psychology Start at UMaine Machias, Teacher Preparation* Human Resource transfer to UMaine Management Mental Health & CERTIFICATES Rehabilitation Technician Alternative Route to Teacher* Community Service Audio/Media Production Learning Book Arts Wilderness Therapy Entrepreneurship Geographic Information Systems Applications*
Wilderness Therapy
* Programs also available online
explore your passions
Club connecting students to the industry
• Blade Society • Game Club
Liberal Studies*
Access to NCAA DI sports at the flagship campus, world-class research, and the offerings of a flagship institution in a small, student-centered coastal campus.
On Campus:
Conservation Law and Outdoor Management
Why choose University of Maine at Machias?
Live & Learn on the UMaine at Machias Campus
All things related to games: board, video, role play, puzzles, strategy
• Outing Club
Experience and training in outdoor activities
• SAIL — Student Activities, Involvement, and Leadership • Student Senate Elected representative of the student body • Food, Opportunity, Outreach, Dignity (F.O.O.D.) Group • WUMM Radio … and many more
Your success is our priority Imagine a campus where your largest class has 20 students in it, the faculty not only knows your name, but your learning preferences and ambitions, and supports your individual academic journey. UMaine Machias prides itself on its student-centric approach to higher education — from free tutoring, counseling services and note taking services to a faculty and community as committed to your success as you are.