The 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.
The University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK), founded in 1878, is a public liberal arts university serving 1339 students in Fort Kent, Maine. 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.
In 1878 Maine governor Selden Connor signed an act establishing a teachers 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.
Today, UMFK serves as the center of Franco-American study in the State.
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. Today the school is continuing to expand its offerings, its newest offerings including Electronic Commerce, and Information Assurance and Security.
UMFK is a member of the NAIA Sunrise Conference, competing in Basketball, Soccer, Cross Country, Alpine Skiing, Nordic Skiing, Golf and Volleyball.
Because of its location, the school has strong ties to national, and international Biathlon competition. Specifically, UMFK has agreements with the Maine Winter Sports Center, and the United States Biathlon Association to accept nominated biathletes at reduced rates. UMFK also assists with the organization of Biathlon events hosted at the nearby 10th Mountain Ski Center such as the 2004, and upcoming 2009, IBU Biathlon World Cup.
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| Percent of Students International: | 27% |
| 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% |
| Acceptance Rate: | 100% (Open Admissions) |
| Application Fee: | $ 40.00 |
