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The University of Maine at Farmington, also known as UMF, is a public college of liberal arts located in Farmington, Maine, United States. It was established in the year 1864. It is one of the founding members of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges. UMF has been awarded one of the top ranks among the 'liberal arts schools' by U.S. News & World Report for ten consecutive years (1998-2008). The university offers major degrees in the fields of arts, science, and general studies. In addition, several minor degrees are also offered. UMF is organized into the following academic divisions:
The University Of Maine At Farmington’s athletics department fields a wide variety of men's and women's sports teams. They compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) division III and the North Atlantic Conference. They are nicknamed the Beavers. The Beavers participate in sports such as basketball, field hockey, soccer, and cross country, among others.
University Of Maine At Farmington is located in a self-contained town, in Farmington, ME. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at University Of Maine At Farmington top out at the Master's degree.
Students at the school often study mathematics and education and teaching.
The admissions department at University Of Maine At Farmington does not accept all those who apply.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
University Of Maine At Farmington offers classes to 2,351 students (2,052 full-time equivalent).
Many students live in housing on or near campus. Students sports include formal participation in North Atlantic Conference competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The University of Maine at Farmington serves a statewide mission as Maine's public liberal arts college. We offer the educational experiences typically found at selective private colleges to bright and ambitious students from Maine and beyond. We are committed to the belief that a liberal education in a residential setting is the best preparation for careers and for citizenship. Because all our graduates, including those who have studied in pre-professional programs, are liberally educated, they are creative problem solvers who have learned how to learn and how to work on complex challenges with people from a variety of backgrounds and fields."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Maine At Farmington
224 Main St
Farmington, ME 04938-9978
General Phone: (207) 778-7000
http://www.umf.maine.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 177 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, early childhood education, kindergarten/preschool teaching, special education, special ed, health teaching, mental retardation education, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 101 | interdisciplinary studies, English, political science, creative writing, history, geography, women's studies, international studies, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 51 | psychology |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 33 | rehabilitation |
| Business and Management | 29 | business |
| Medical Administration | 21 | public health education |
| Science | 13 | biology, geology, biological and biomedical sciences |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 8 | computer science |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
| Art Studies | 4 | art studies |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 3 | environmental science |
| Fine Arts | 0 | fine arts |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Maine At Farmington in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 445 | 32 |
In 2007-2008, University Of Maine At Farmington had a total enrollment of 2,351 students (2,052 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 34% |
| Women | 66% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 96% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 35% |
| 20-21 | 40% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 3% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 75 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
University Of Maine At Farmington offers campus housing for 1,125 of its 2,052 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Farmington, Maine for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Maine Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,902 | 1,293 | 68% | 525 | 41% |
| Men | 705 | 489 | 69% | 181 | 37% |
| Women | 1,197 | 804 | 67% | 344 | 43% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,206 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 15,982 |
| Room and board | $ 7,158 |
| Books and supplies | $ 560 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,590 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Maine At Farmington participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 204000)
University Of Maine At Farmington has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 21 | $72,524 | 16 | $69,574 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 17 | $55,659 | 20 | $50,535 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 15 | $47,334 | 17 | $47,183 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $50,817 | 4 | $48,585 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 9 | $41,407 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 57 | $59,152 | 66 | $52,924 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | North Atlantic Conference |
| Baseball | North Atlantic Conference |
| Track | North Atlantic Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation
Elementary Education and Teaching
Health Teacher Education
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Special Education and Teaching, Other
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
Geography
History, General
International/Global Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Public Health Education and Promotion
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other
SCIENCE
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Maine At Farmington Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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