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- School Code: 204000
- Phone: (207) 621-3000
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
90.94%FINANCIAL AID RATE
97%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1Average 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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Special Education Degree
The special education program at University of Maine at Farmington prepares students for careers in public schools, private schools, correctional facilities, private learning centers, and mental health facilities. The program focuses on teaching and other educational services to children with special learning needs or disabilities, and that may prepare individuals to function as special education teachers. Program courses include: diagnosing learning disabilities, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising special education students, special education counseling, and applicable laws and policies. Get more details below including other Maine colleges that offer special education degrees.
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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 Special Education Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Maine at Farmington offers a bachelor's degree program in special education.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 2 |
| Female | 9 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Multiple Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
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
Students who have completed the Special Education program at University of Maine at Farmington, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Special Education Teachers, Preschool
Description
Teach preschool school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Includes teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School
Description
Teach elementary school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Includes teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.
Special Education Teachers, Middle School
Description
Teach middle school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Includes teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.
Special Education Teachers, Secondary School
Description
Teach secondary school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Includes teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.
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
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