An Investment You Can Afford

A Future You Can Actually Afford

The University of Maine at Farmington’s Degree Completion program offers an affordable path to finishing your bachelor’s degree, designed to fit your budget while investing in your future

The University of Maine at Farmington’s Degree Completion program is built around the idea that quality higher education should be both accessible and affordable. With competitive tuition rates and flexible options, UMF makes it possible for students to return to school and finish their degree without taking on overwhelming financial burdens. Whether you are balancing work, family, or other responsibilities, the program is designed to provide a high-value education that fits within your budget.

By choosing UMF, you’re not just investing in a degree—you’re investing in a future with greater opportunities. Graduating with a respected University of Maine System credential can open doors to career advancement and higher earning potential, making the program both a smart and attainable choice. UMF’s supportive community, dedicated faculty, and personalized approach ensure that every dollar spent is matched with an education that prepares you for success, both personally and professionally.

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UMF makes your bachelor’s degree affordable

You are not too old to come back to school, and neither are your transfer credits

We’ll help you pick a program that lets you make the most of prior college credits while gaining the new learning you need to move forward.

Whether or not you have transfer credit, you can also reduce your time and cost to degree by earning credits for learning from a wide variety of life and work experiences, such as on-the-job learning, being a scout leader or coach, taking care of a special needs child or dying relative, and many other life’s learning experiences. To learn what this might mean for you, schedule an appointment for an individualized consultation.

Scholarships for UMF Degree Completion Students:

2-for-1 Tuition Waiver

This waiver covers tuition, but not fees, for one of your first two courses at UMF. These courses can be taken concurrently or sequentially but require continuous enrollment, so you cannot take a term off between them. The waiver is for students who have

Been away from college for at least two semesters, and
Are 24 years or older, or
Are 21 and older, independent on the FAFSA, and
- Employed full-time (35 hours per week, or more), or
- Have dependents other than a spouse

You do not need to have demonstrated financial need, nor do you need to be a Maine resident, to qualify for this waiver.

The UMF Adult Success Scholarships

These scholarships provide up to $4,000 per year for Maine residents who

Have demonstrated financial need on the FAFSA, and
Were previously enrolled in a University of Maine school, and
Have not been enrolled at University of Maine for at least two semesters, and
Are 24 years or older, or
21-23 years old, independent on FAFSA, and are
- Employed full-time (35 hours per week, or more), or
- Have dependents other than a spouse.

To apply for the waiver and/or the success scholarship, please complete this application and the FAFSA.

Additional Options!

Additional Options are available from:

These scholarships provide up to $4,000 per year for Maine residents who

Have demonstrated financial need on the FAFSA, and
Were previously enrolled in a University of Maine school, and
Have not been enrolled at University of Maine for at least two semesters, and
Are 24 years or older, or
21-23 years old, independent on FAFSA, and are
- Employed full-time (35 hours per week, or more), or
- Have dependents other than a spouse.

To apply for the waiver and/or the success scholarship, please complete this application and the FAFSA.

Your Journey Starts Here!

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At UMF, the Credit for Prior Learning program lets you turn work, volunteer, and life experiences into college credit—helping you save time and money on your degree. Through exams, ACE-recognized credentials, or a Portfolio Review, your real-world skills can count toward graduation, making your path to completing your bachelor’s faster and more affordable.

Credit for What You’ve Already Learned

To Get Started

UMF helps you explore all available financial options, from scholarships and military benefits to employer tuition assistance. Start by completing the FAFSA to determine eligibility for grants, loans, and scholarships, with support from UMF staff or the Maine Educational Opportunity Center. Financial aid counselors work alongside academic advisors to help you understand your credits, program costs, and available tuition assistance, guiding you through your financial aid package so you know exactly what your degree will cost.

Meet the Financial Aid Staff

Jennifer Hutchinson

Director of Financial Aid

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Deborah Moody

Assistant Director of Student Financial Services and Director of Merrill Center

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Julie Farmer

Financial Aid Counselor

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Alannah Hartford

Admissions and Financial Aid Counselor

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