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.
Take a virtual tour
Take a closer look at our three campuses through our interactive, virtual tour. You decide where to go, what to see, and how long to stay!
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Virtual and Online Experiences
While on-campus visits are suspended, we're offering online and virtual experiences so you can connect with us and learn more about USM.
Transfer Talks
Join us for a 30-minute online appointment. We can cover the basics of the application and transfer process or fast-track to an instant admission decision.
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Healthy Huskies
Frequently asked questions and detailed information about the re-opening of USM is now available on a new section of our website and will be updated regularly.
Choose to submit test scores — or not
Undergraduate applicants do not need to submit SAT or ACT test scores* for admission consideration. (*Excludes first-year BS in Nursing applicants for Fall 2020.)
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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.
The flexibility of online programs
Our online programs meet the same rigorous standards as our traditional, on-campus programs, and offer comprehensive student support services and academic advising.
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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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
USM offers First Responder-Essential Worker Scholarship to new and returning students
USM ranks among most affordable online schools in the nation
USM ranks in top 100 nationwide for Adult Learners
USM announces progress on Institutional Goal 10: equity and justice
Bilingual Maine HS students honored at event hosted at USM
USM makes SAT or ACT tests optional for applicants in most academic programs
Maine native Jared Cash named USM’s VP for Enrollment Management and Marketing
USM and UNE collaborating on new pathway for students to careers in Pharmacy
Actor and alumnus Tony Shalhoub takes home two SAG awards
Events
Apr
27
Mon
Jul
7
Tue
Online Information Session for Adult and Transfer Students
5:00 PM, Online: Live via Zoom Webinar
Jul
8
Wed
Online Information Sessions: Undergraduate Programs
4:00 PM, Online via Zoom Webinar
Jul
10
Fri
Online Information Sessions: Undergraduate Programs
11:00 AM, Online via Zoom Webinar
Jul
13
Mon
Online Information Sessions: Undergraduate Programs
11:00 AM, Online via Zoom Webinar