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Colleges / University of Maine at Farmington

University of Maine at Farmington

Farmington, ME 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate94%

University of Maine at Farmington Admissions

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Maine at Farmington. University of Maine at Farmington admitted 94% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 1,407 students applied to University of Maine at Farmington and 1,325 were admitted.

If you are considering submitting an application to University of Maine at Farmington, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who apply to University of Maine at Farmington for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by November 15.

University of Maine at Farmington Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of Maine at Farmington's admissions stats.

University of Maine at Farmington 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 14%
Mean SAT Score 1120
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 18.6%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 0%
Waitlist No

University of Maine at Farmington Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Maine at Farmington.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action Yes November 15 December 15

Applying Early to University of Maine at Farmington?


University of Maine at Farmington does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. University of Maine at Farmington will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

Some students apply to college early because they hope it will increase their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of being admitted, since it shows your interest in a school.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on University of Maine at Farmington Admissions


Is University of Maine at Farmington Hard To Get Into?

University of Maine at Farmington is a moderately difficult school to get into. University of Maine at Farmington evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, University of Maine at Farmington accepted 94% of all applicants, approximately 1,325 of the 1,407 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of Maine at Farmington, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Maine at Farmington

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Maine at Farmington

University of Maine at Farmington has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Maine at Farmington?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of Maine at Farmington

What does University of Maine at Farmington consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities Important
Class Rank Important
Application Essay Important
Recommendation(s) Important
Talent/Ability Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Geographical Residence Considered
Interview Considered
Standardized Test Scores Considered
State Residency Considered
Volunteer Work Considered
Work Experience Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest Considered
First Generation Considered

Make sure to check with University of Maine at Farmington for more information on admission factors.

University of Maine at Farmington Application Requirements

To apply to University of Maine at Farmington, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with University of Maine at Farmington's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Other Requirements Minimum 2.75 GPA for College of Education transfers, 2.5 for Health and Rehabilitation, 2.0 for all others
Transcript of High School Record
Letter(s) of Recommendation 1

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Maine at Farmington?

Students admitted to University of Maine at Farmington have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 60% submitted a class rank. At University of Maine at Farmington 14% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 44% were in the top 25% and 80% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Maine at Farmington, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 4%
3.75 and 3.99 16%
3.50 and 3.74 16%
3.25 and 3.49 17%
3.00 and 3.24 17%
2.50 and 2.9 17%
2.00 and 2.49 10%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Maine at Farmington directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Maine at Farmington has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 18.6% of University of Maine at Farmington's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 0% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Maine at Farmington?

To be competitive with other University of Maine at Farmington applicants, you should strive to score between 1010 and 1255 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Maine at Farmington 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1255 and 25% of scored lower than 1010, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Maine at Farmington student is 1120.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Maine at Farmington students scored 605 or higher and 75% of students scored 520 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Maine at Farmington students scored 640 or higher, and 75% scored a 520 or higher.

More Information on Transferring to University of Maine at Farmington

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Maine at Farmington.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Maine at Farmington during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


University of Maine at Farmington Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to University of Maine at Farmington?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Maine at Farmington.

Does University of Maine at Farmington accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Maine at Farmington accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Maine at Farmington accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Maine at Farmington accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Maine at Farmington accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Maine at Farmington?

❌ No, University of Maine at Farmington is test optional, so you can decide whether to submit your test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is University of Maine at Farmington's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Maine at Farmington's acceptance rate is 94%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Maine at Farmington?

❌ University of Maine at Farmington does not offer early decision.

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University of Maine at Farmington Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

94%

How hard is it to get into University of Maine at Farmington? University of Maine at Farmington is a somewhat selective institution. The University of Maine at Farmington acceptance rate is 94%. This means that the institution accepts 94 out of every 100 applicants.

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University of Maine at Farmington Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Not available

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of Maine at Farmington is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

University of Maine at Farmington SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1010 - 1255

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Math SAT Range

470 - 605

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Reading SAT Range

520 - 640

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

1255 and Above

Good

1010 to 1255

Avg

1010 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median SAT score for University of Maine at Farmington students is 1120. Applicants with SAT scores of 1255 and above have a good chance of being admitted to University of Maine at Farmington, while applicants with SAT scores between 1010 to 1255 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1010 have a low chance of being offered a spot at University of Maine at Farmington.

University of Maine at Farmington GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.18

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At University of Maine at Farmington, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.18. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

2,051

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

94%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$10,989

Out-of-State

$23,079

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Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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