Finish Strong with UMFK

It’s never too late to return to college! UMFK’s Finish Strong opportunity is made especially for working adults, 24 years old or older, who do not have a prior bachelor’s degree. We know that life can be busy, and often, well-intentioned plans can go astray. UMFK’s Finish Strong opportunity provides additional support and a scholarship, especially for working adults. A dedicated admissions counselor will guide you through the application process and lead you to advising, where you will have any prior credits reviewed to make sure you get the most out of the time you have already spent working toward your degree.

University of Maine at Fort Kent - Finish Strong

NOT JUST FOR STUDENTS WITH PRIOR CREDITS

If you have never been to college, it’s not too late! The Finish Strong opportunity can help you kick-start your college goals and connect you to the resources you need to be a successful college student at UMFK.

Apply for the Finish Strong Scholarship

A female non-traditional student carries her diploma as a new graduate from UMFK after the commencement ceremony

Two female non-traditional students walk out of the Sports Center after their commencement ceremony. One of them, wearing a fiery red dress, smiles as she looks upward with a sense of hope for the future in her eyes

A UNIQUE SCHOLARSHIP FOR ADULT LEARNERS

Financial pressures can prevent students from returning to college to earn their degree. Complete the form below to see if you qualify for the UMFK Finish Strong Scholarship. If you qualify, you could receive a scholarship of $1,000 per semester for 12 or more credits to help offset the cost of UMFK’s already low tuition. Students with 11-6 credits will receive $500 per semester.

Apply for the Finish Strong Scholarship

Complete the form below to see if you qualify!

Name(Required)
Home Address(Required)
Are you 24 years old or older, or 21 years old and considered independent, as indicated on the FAFSA?(Required)
Are you classified as a U.S. Citizen?(Required)
Are you enrolled for at least half-time (6 credits)?(Required)
Have you confirmed your attendance at a University of Maine System Institution seeking a first baccalaureate or associate's degree?(Required)
You must have:(Required)
You must meet one of the following criteria:(Required)
Do you have a bachelor’s degree?(Required)
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Questions? Contact Us Today!

Call (207) 834-7515
or email lisa.michaud@maine.edu
for help with any questions you have.

A male non-traditional recent graduate gazes at the camera as he exits the sports center after the commencement ceremony