Welcome to Early College Programs at the University of Maine

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First-Year Early Start for Accepted Students: CLOSED FOR APPLICATIONS
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Online/Academ-e
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On Campus/Aspirations
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Bridge Year

Important Resources for Early College


Online Orientation
Frequently Asked Questions
Maine Study From Car: Free Wi-fi
Remote Learner Resources: Includes tutorials for NetTutor and Zoom
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Frequently Asked Questions
Liam "Early College at UMaine was a valuable opportunity to advance my education and gain insight into how college classes compare to high school classes. I feel lucky to have been told about the program, and I plan to take more Early College classes later in my high school career."
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Contact us
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Early College in the News

What are the Benefits of Early College Courses

  1. Receive dual credit towards HS diploma and towards college.
  2. Earn a degree in less time.
  3. Save up to $14,000 in tuition, fees, and other expenses.
  4. Decrease anxiety transitioning to college.
  5. Explore a field of interest while still in high school.  

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Sophie  "The connections I have built with my professors and the knowledge I have gained within this year of Early College has primed me as a student, human being, and forever learner. These programs provide families of lower-income students with great passion and schools of interest with life-changing and barrier-breaking opportunities."   
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