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, USM campuses offer the best of both worlds.
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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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USM's Husky Traditions and Campus Celebrations
The USM community comes together throughout the year to celebrate the Husky spirit. Welcome Week, Winter Carnival, Spring Fling, and the Husky Day of Service are just some of the annual traditions shared by students, faculty, and staff at USM. Every Friday, we break out our Husky gear, wear our blue and gold, and show our school pride on Husky Pride Day.
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
USM 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.
USM's Quick and Easy Shuttle Bus
USM students commute easily between the Portland and Gorham campuses via our free, energy-efficient shuttle bus — complete with WiFi. The shuttle makes frequent half-hour trips between campuses throughout the day and evening. It's a safe and sustainable way to get around — and it even makes occasional stops at the Maine Mall.
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.
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