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Being adventurous doesn’t always mean hiking the North Maine Woods (of course, you can do that here). It’s also about empowering yourself with the right knowledge and skills to achieve your goals. At UMFK, you’ll do just that with the help of career-focused academics, real-world learning, and a caring and welcoming community — and all at one of the nation’s most affordable universities.

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Explore in every way: the natural world surrounding our beautiful campus, the possibilities of our programs, and most importantly, the aspirations within yourself. Join us and expand your LIFE at UMFK.
Once you arrive… you won’t want to leave.

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2025 Regional Colleges North Ranking (U.S. News & World Report)

27 Countries represented on our diverse campus

27 Countries represented on our diverse campus

89%

Nursing students who pass the NCLEX exam

16:1

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December 05, 2025

UMFK Hosted 4th Annual UMS Nursing Research Symposium

The University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK) hosted the fourth annual University of Maine System (UMS) Nursing Research Symposium on Friday, Oct. 24.
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UMFK Annual Sucerie

March 26, 2026 @ 11:00 PM
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December 03, 2025

14 Inducted into Sigma Nursing Honor Society at UMFK

Twelve nursing students and two nurse leaders were inducted into the Sigma Theta Tau Omicron Xi at Large Chapter at a recent ceremony on Oct. 25.
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UMFK Annual Sucerie

March 26, 2026 @ 11:00 PM
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November 10, 2025

Author Denis Ledoux to Speak at UMFK on November 20

UMFK’s Acadian Archives will host author Denis Ledoux at 6:30 p.m. on Nov 20. He will discuss his new book, “Here to Stay: Lives in 17th-Century Canada.”
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Top O’ Maine Trade Show

April 25, 2026 @ 9:00 AM
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There's still a week left in the fall semester, but we're already preparing for the holidays with decorations, potluck meals, and gift exchanges! What are your favorite holiday traditions?
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UMFK is representing at the Fort Kent Festival of Trees, offering up a seven-foot tree and gifts including UMFK swag. fishing and camping equipment, books and toys, and even a free course at UMFK! Visit Riverside Park this evening, Saturday, or Sunday to check out all the trees and submit tickets to win your favorite. All proceeds support community projects through the Fort Kent Maine - Lion's Club.
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This Monday, UMFK will host a free workshop on sustainable forest management, including forest, trail, and waterway best practices. This event is open to the public — join us at 6pm in the UMFK Armory!
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Reminder about UMFK's newest program, the Bachelor of Science in Forest Management! This new four-year program builds on our existing Associate of Science degree, adding advanced courses to prepare you for careers in forestry, GIS, sustainable logging, and more. Applications are open now!

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