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Financial Aid Office

ACCEPTANCE RATE

90.94%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

97%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

12:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$7,628

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Educational Leadership and Administration Program

The educational leadership and administration program at University of Maine at Farmington prepares students for careers as educational leaders, administrators, and policy makers. The program focuses on the general principles and techniques of administering a wide variety of schools and other education organizations and facilities, supervising educational personnel at the school or staff level, and that may prepare individuals as general administrators and supervisors. Program courses include a practical component, training in observation and research techniques, evaluation, and creative problem solving. Get more details below including other Maine colleges that offer educational leadership and administration program.

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University of Maine at Farmington (UMF)

46 University Dr, Augusta, ME

University of Maine at Farmington provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Farmington, ME and publically funded. University of Maine at Farmington has an annual student enrollment of about two thousand.

Students may select from several areas of study, including:

  • Education
  • Psychology
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • English Language And Literature

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by the admissions staff. Roughly 80 percent of all students that applied were admitted at UMF, with 37 percent of those admitted choosing to attend.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay approximately $10,000, while nonresidents pay $20,000 per year. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $4,800 each year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

UMF offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students who wish to get more about UMF may visit their website at http://www.umf.maine.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Educational Leadership and Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Maine at Farmington has offered the following academic levels for students:

  • Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
  • Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate3
Master's Degree17

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male3
Female17

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
White16
Unknown4

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Educational Leadership and Administration program at UMF, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Education Administrators, Preschool and Childcare Center/Program

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic and nonacademic activities of preschool and childcare centers or programs.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, education administrators, preschool and childcare center/program employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.6% from 2014 to 2024

Education Administrators, Elementary and Secondary School

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, administrative, or auxiliary activities of public or private elementary or secondary level schools.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, education administrators, elementary and secondary school employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.8% from 2014 to 2024

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate research, instructional, student administration and services, and other educational activities at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, education administrators, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.7% from 2014 to 2024

Distance Learning Coordinators

Description

Coordinate day-to-day operations of distance learning programs and schedule courses.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the candidates University of Maine at Farmington accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, University of Maine at Farmington may offer services like those listed below:

  • Distance learning
  • Remedial courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Student employment
  • Assistance to find work
  • Child care

Intercollegiate Athletics

UMF is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (North Atlantic Conference)
  • Basketball (North Atlantic Conference)
  • Field Hockey
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country