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UMaine Clinical Psychology Program receives transformational gift from Judy Glickman Lauder Foundation
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UMaine is one of New England’s premier universities. We help students create success stories with world-class faculty members, internationally recognized research, first-rate facilities, and a friendly, safe atmosphere located near some of the best year-round recreation sites in the nation.
Fall Open House programs
Oct. 18–Nov. 19
Check out what UMaine has to offer by attending a Fall Open House program for prospective students and their families. Open houses include tours, lunch, academic displays and presentations.
UMaine Machias
The University of Maine’s regional campus in Machias is the state’s coastal university, where the land and sea, communities and natural ecosystems provide the context for a unique learning and living experience.
I would define the opportunities for student success as both unique and endless. There are so many different research opportunities, internships, and on-campus jobs that allow students to explore their passions and find success in the fields they care about.”
Drew Bennett, Salutatorian, Class of 2021
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We are Maine’s research university
The University of Maine advances learning and discovery through excellence and innovation in its academic programs while addressing the complex challenges and opportunities of the 21st century through research-based knowledge. UMaine is the state’s only public research university. Faculty and staff conduct research in every county in Maine, on all continents and in oceans worldwide.
major interdisciplinary
research centers
and institutes
in research awards
in FY20
public research dollars
out of every 5 spent
in Maine are from UMaine
Statewide impact
Fulfilling the land grant teaching, research and public service mission, border to border
UMaine highlights
Climate Change
Institute
Celebrating 50 years of excellence, learning and discovery through research
Council on Diversity,
Equity, and Inclusion
Advising leadership on institutional efforts and actions to ensure inclusive excellence