Office of Admissions
Whether you're just graduating high school, looking to make a career change, advancing your education, or something in between, USM's Office of Admissions is here for you every step of the way. Find yourself here! Learn more about Office of Admissions.
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Experience USM
Select an area of study (or two!) to immerse yourself in this fall. Meet faculty, sit in on a class, tour our facilities, and get a real feel for life on campus.
On-the-Spot Decision Day
Adult & transfer undergraduate students interested in applying for Spring 2019 can get an immediate admission decision during a meeting with one of our counselors.
Information Sessions for Adult and Transfer Students
Learn more about our 54 majors, financial aid, academic advising, prior learning assessment, and the admission process.
Graduate Programs Information Sessions
Explore our graduate and doctoral programs, along with certificates of advanced study, at our monthly information sessions.
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Submit your application for free
Everyone can apply to USM for free — for both undergraduate and graduate admission.
Financial aid deadline
New and continuing students: Complete your FAFSA for the 2019–2020 school year now.
Highlights
Strong financial assistance made Katie's education possible
"The scholarship program is really what brought me to USM — having a lot of the stress of college expenses alleviated is something that can't be matched." – Katie Tomer, Health Sciences
Transfer student Muna Hussein makes the move to USM
"When I first moved into the Gorham campus, I was really nervous — I'd never lived in a campus setting before. USM really helped me with the transition here." – Muna Hussein, Health Sciences
Grad student Jay Knowlton knows he's not just a number
"The connection you have with faculty is so close. I already know my professors and all my classmates, and I'm not even two months into my program yet!" – Jay Knowlton, Public Health
Kristina Larracey finds time to balance school and family
"I drop my son off at school in the morning and then go to school myself; I get home by 4:00 in time to make dinner. It's almost like a work day because it's so local." – Kristina Larracey
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Get credit for your experience
You can gain academic credit for skills and knowledge you've acquired on the job, during military service, or through community engagement and life experiences.
Merit scholarships for top students
We are proud to offer merit scholarships for first-year, transfer, and adult undergraduate students based on academic achievement, leadership skills, and more.
Find us at an event near you!
Our admissions team is on the road throughout the year attending college fairs and visits throughout New England, New York, and more. We'd love to meet you!
Three unique campus locations
We have campuses in Portland, Gorham, and Lewiston, where students partner with local organizations to enhance the communities we serve and their own experience.
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The flexibility of online courses and degrees
We offer more than 650 online courses, as well as six degree programs to select from, each available fully online to accommodate your busy schedule.
Proud to support veterans and their families
We're a military-friendly university with robust services for veterans, servicemembers, and their families to help you make a successful transition to the classroom.
Our Disability Services Center
We create an environment of equal access, allowing students to recognize their full potential and enhancing the learning and life experiences of the community.
Early Study Aspirations Program for high school students
Get a head start on college and earn college credits before you graduate with our academic-year program for qualified high school juniors and seniors.
News
New Fall 2018 enrollment numbers show surging growth at USM
Another reason Maine is a great place to live: it's safe
Engineering the future of medicine: Seth Percy '19
USM, UMaine System address state-wide nursing workforce crisis
A trailblazer, Shaelan Donovan '18 navigates her own path
'College is the smart choice' writes USM President Cummings in Portland Press Herald
New Fall 2017 enrollment numbers show surging growth at USM
USM initiatives lessen student debt, President Glenn Cummings says in Portland Press Herald op-ed
USM's 34 percent increase in enrollment deposits highlighted in Portland Press Herald
Events
Nov
20
Tue
Information Session for Adult and Transfer Students
4:30 PM, Choose between the Portland or Lewiston campus when you register to attend
Nov
27
Tue
On-the-Spot Decision Day
10:00 AM, Portland campus, Abromson Community Education Center, room 111 — 88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME 04101
Nov
29
Thu
On-the-Spot Decision Day
10:00 AM, Portland campus, Abromson Community Education Center, room 111 — 88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME 04101
Nov
29
Thu
Experience USM: Engineering
12:30 PM, Gorham campus
Dec
3
Mon
Experience USM: Nursing
1:00 PM, Portland campus