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ACCEPTANCE RATE

99.33%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

95%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

14

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$5,467

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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Liberal Arts Degree

The liberal arts program at University of Maine at Fort Kent prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Maine colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.

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University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK)

224 Main St., Farmington, ME

University of Maine at Fort Kent, a public institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Fort Kent, ME, the school resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Approximately 1,100 students are enrolled per year at University of Maine at Fort Kent.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs University of Maine at Fort Kent offers:

  • Nursing Science
  • Elementary Education
  • Secondary Education
  • Commerce

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Roughly 70 percent of all students that applied were admitted at University of Maine at Fort Kent, with 46 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay approximately $8,300 and out-of-state residents pay $19,000 for the year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $4,400. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students should visit the website to see a complete list of programs offered, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program

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

  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Associate's Degree0
Bachelor's Degree7

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male4
Female3

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black1
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders1
White2
Non Resident Alien2
Unknown1

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 Liberal Arts program at UMFK, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

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

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give you an idea of the applicants UMFK accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, University of Maine at Fort Kent may offer services like those listed below:

  • Distance learning
  • Remedial courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Work study style employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of Maine at Fort Kent is a Member of National Small College Athletic Association (NSCAA), with many of the sports being in the USCAA classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball
  • Soccer
  • Track and Field, Indoor
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Volleyball