School Description
Provided by University of Maine- Fort KentThe University of Maine at Fort Kent is a liberal arts based university offering quality baccalaureate and associate degree programs responding to the needs of northern Maine. The UMFK academic experience provides close interaction with faculty, small classes and the use of leading technology to prepare students for lifelong learning and success as professionals and engaged citizens of a democracy.
Our curriculum emphasizes the special challenges of rural communities in America. The university preserves and fosters an appreciation of the Acadian and Franco-American heritage and culture while welcoming students of all ethnic and racial heritages. We celebrate our proximity to the wonder of Maine's wilderness and the joys of outdoor sports. UMFK contributes to the economic, social and cultural development of the St. John Valley and we believe that a diverse student body enriches the learning experience of all. In addition, the University of Maine at Fort Kent joins the University of Maine at Machias and the University of Maine at Presque Isle working in a consortium with the goal of maximizing efficiencies of operation while enhancing educational quality and opportunity for all those served by the three campus communities.
University of Maine- Fort Kent
From Wikipedia, The Free EncyclopediaThe University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK), founded in 1878, is a public liberal arts university serving 1339 students in Fort Kent, Maine during 2008–2009. It is a member of the University of Maine System. The campus also bears an official name in French, Université du Maine à Fort Kent, in recognition of the strong Franco-American heritage in this region of the state.
The school offers undergraduate degree programs in the areas of Arts and Humanities, Education, Natural and Behavioral Sciences, and Nursing and was listed among U.S. News & World Report's "America's Best Colleges 2009."
History
In 1878 Maine governor Selden Connor signed an act establishing a teacher's school in the northern border region of the state (then known as the Madawaska territory) in an effort to Americanize the French settlers of the area. This became known as the Madawaska Training School. In 1955 the name was changed to Fort Kent Normal School to more accurately reflect its location. The name would change three more times, beginning in 1961 to become Fort Kent State Teachers College, then Fort Kent State College, and finally the University of Maine at Fort Kent in 1970.
Fiddlers Jamboree
UMFK has for many years been host to an annual Fiddlers Jamboree where it is often standing-room-only as hundreds of people gather to hear more than 40 fiddlers, guitarists, banjo pickers, drummers and accordion players from both sides of the U.S./Canadian border. The event draws members of the New Brunswick Fiddlers’ Hall of Fame, and is an important complement to the Acadian Archives at UMFK.
Academics
The University of Maine at Fort Kent has a Carnegie Classification of Baccalaureate College. Its academic programs are structured within four divisions: Arts and Humanities, Education, Natural and Behavioral Sciences, and Nursing. The school continues to expand its offerings, its newest including Electronic Commerce, and Information Assurance and Security. UMFK serves as the center of Franco-American study in the state.
Quick Facts
- Location:
- Northeast
- Setting:
- Rural Setting
- Type:
- Public
- Size:
- Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Students & Campus Life
- Undergraduate Enrollment:
- 933
- On Campus Housing:
- Available
- Full Time Students:
- 78%
- Athletic Programs:
- Unavailable
Degree Programs at University of Maine- Fort Kent
Associate's Level Programs
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Arts & Humanities
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General Studies
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General Studies
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Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
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Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
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General Studies
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Bachelor's Level Programs
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Arts & Humanities
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General Studies
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Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
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Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
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General Studies
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Business
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Management
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Management
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Business/Commerce
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Business/Commerce
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Management
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Education
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Teacher Training
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Elementary Education and Teaching
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Secondary Education
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Elementary Education and Teaching
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Teacher Training
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Health & Medical Services
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Nursing
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Nursing - Registered Nurse Training (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
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Nursing - Registered Nurse Training (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
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Nursing
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Interdisciplinary Studies
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Biological and Physical Sciences
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Biological and Physical Sciences
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Life Science
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Biology
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Biology
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Biology/Biological Sciences
Students in this program study general biology at an introductory level. This major provides students with a broad overview of biology and includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.See more schools with programs in Biology/Biological Sciences
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Biology/Biological Sciences
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Biology
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Social Sciences
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General Social Sciences
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Sociology
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Other Social Sciences
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Other Social Sciences
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General Social Sciences
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Social Work
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Public Administration
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Public Administration
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Technology
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Information Systems Operation and Management
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Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
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Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
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Information Systems Operation and Management
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Students
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| Percent of Students International: | 27% |
Housing
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Percent of Students Living On-Campus: | 31% |
| Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: | No |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | In-State | Out-of-State | |
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 4,740 | $ 10,830 | |
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 4,290 | $ 10,380 | |
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 450 | $ 450 | |
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 2,966 | 55% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 903 | 52% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 349 | 68% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 3,504 | 48% | |
Any Aid: |
78% |
Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)
| Acceptance Rate: | 100% (Open Admissions) |
Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)
| Application Fee: | $ 40.00 |
