University of Maine at Farmington
Higher EducationUnited States501-1000 Employees
The University of Maine at Farmington is a public liberal arts college in Farmington, Maine, established in 1864 as the state's first public higher education institution. It focuses on programs in teacher education, human services, and the arts and sciences, providing an education that emphasizes value in a natural setting. With a student body comparable in size to many private colleges in New England, UMF aims to balance quality programs with an affordable price point for a broad range of students. Located in the New England region, the university serves a community of professionals and learners within higher education. It operates within the liberal arts tradition, offering programs designed to prepare students for careers in education, social services, and related disciplines, while leveraging its scenic campus environment to support its academic offerings and student experience.