Campuses
Each of our three welcoming and supportive campuses at the University of Southern Maine (USM) is unique, yet all share the extensive resources of the university and our dynamic communities. With easy access to all Maine has to offer, from the city to the countryside, our campuses offer the best of both worlds.
Highlights
Portland Campus: Tap into Maine's Creativity Hub
USM's Portland campus is at the heart of Maine's largest city, a lively, livable community on beautiful Casco Bay. Home to outstanding academic programs, the Portland campus is part of an urban hotspot, nationally known for its arts and culture, outdoor recreation — and amazing food.
Gorham Campus: Experience a Classic New England College Town
Just 11 miles from Portland is our expansive, residential Gorham campus, the center of undergraduate life at USM. This energetic, welcoming community buzzes with student activities, labs and classes, athletic events, music and performing arts, entertainment, and plenty of fun.
Lewiston Campus: Learn and Grow through Community Engagement
USM's Lewiston-Auburn College (LAC) offers a small college atmosphere with all the excitement of an engaged metropolitan university. On this supportive, multicultural campus, students integrate their academic programs with service-learning opportunities that enrich their college experience.
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Virtual Campus Tour
If you aren't able to make it to campus for a visit or want to see a little more before booking your campus tour, take a virtual look around our three distinct campuses in Portland, Gorham, and Lewiston. Our interactive 360º photos will give you a peek inside our dorms, classrooms, labs, and other spaces on campus.
Events, Activities, and Fun on Campus and in the Community
From sporting events to performing arts, social action to international celebrations, there is always something happening on our campuses and in our surrounding communities. Friday art walks, outdoor concerts, food festivals, fundraising challenges, and speaker series are just a few of the events that engage students, faculty, and alumni throughout the year.
Campuses Rich in Resources
Our campuses are home to state-of-the-art libraries and labs, art galleries and performance venues, student support centers, fitness and athletic facilities, and more. You'll have easy access to the extensive resources of Maine's largest metropolitan region, including the rich arts, cultural, social, health, civic, and economic resources of Greater Portland.
See For Yourself
It's easy to see why so many students choose USM. Come for a campus tour and explore our bustling campus, then stay for the many and varied local attractions available to you. From fine dining to the arts to outdoor adventures, southern Maine has everything you need to relax and enjoy yourself while you're here.
Campus Transit on the METRO Husky Line
Our students commute easily between the Portland and Gorham campuses via the WiFi-enabled METRO Husky Line — complete with USB charging ports! The new fleet of natural gas buses make frequent stops on campus 7 days per week, plus stops in downtown Portland and Westbrook. An added bonus: students ride for free on all METRO lines, so you can get to your internship, work, the mall, and more!
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