University of Maine – Orono

The University of Maine advances learning and discovery through excellence and innovation in undergraduate and graduate academic programs while addressing the complex challenges and opportunities of the 21st century through research-based knowledge.

Located in the town of Orono along the banks of the Stillwater River, the University of Maine offers a strong traditional education at an affordable price. The states land grant university and the flagship institution in the University of Maine System, UMaine is one of New Englands premier universities. We help students create success stories — with a wide variety of programs and opportunities — and we do so with world-class faculty members, nationally recognized research; first-rate facilities; a friendly, safe atmosphere; and easy access to some of the best year-round recreation sites in the nation.

At UMaine, youll enjoy the world through 90 undergraduate majors and academic programs, 70 masters degree programs, and 35 doctoral programs. Our library is the largest in the state, we have one of the nations oldest and most prestigious Honors programs, now the Honors College, and our students enjoy hands-on research, even at the undergraduate level.