Application Information

1. For Maine students attending Maine public high schools, state-approved independent institutions, or state-registered home schools: A maximum limit of eighteen (18) total free credits over a student’s high school career with a limit of twelve (12) free credits per academic year can be covered by Department of Education funding. Approved Maine students have the opportunity to take additional credits. They will only be charged a reduced tuition rate of $149 credit/hr for any credits over these limits. Eligibility guidelines are determined by the Maine Department of Education.
2. For Maine Students who pay tuition to any high school in Maine: Students may take courses at the new Early College rate. Students will pay a discounted tuition of $149 per credit compared to the standard rate of $424 per credit. 
3. For Out of State Students (including International): The program allows high school students from out-of-state (non-Maine residents) to take college courses. Out-of-state students pay a discounted rate of $149 /credit hour. (Compared to the non-resident rate of $1,229/credit hour and the NEBHE rate of $742/credit hour) Students will choose out-of-state as their high school in the ExplorEC portal.
4. For University of Maine Early College Students: It is important to note because you are not subject to mandatory fees, you do not have access to the Rec Center, campus recreation (e.g., intramural sports, sports clubs, Outdoor Adventure Center), public transit, university-sponsored student activities, athletic events (i.e., student tickets).
5. Create your account at ExplorEC. (Remember to have your parent sign the application).
6. Apply for your course and have your school counselor approve your application.