Application for Admission
The information on this page supplements information on the Questions and Answers FAQ page.
Getting Started:
Students may begin taking LIB courses before applying to the university. In fact, if a student has never taken an online course, it is advisable to take a couple of courses before applying to make sure that the student is/can be successful in an online environment. As soon as possible, however, the formal application process should be completed in order for the student to be recognized by the university.
Academic Advisor:
Jodi Williams. Contact her at 1-888-850-5379 or lnitcoord@maine.edu.
Toll Free Telephone Numbers for UMA Registration and Bookstore are on the News & Notes page.
Testing:
No admissions testing is required for out-of-state L&IS students.
Immunization Record:
In-state students born 1956 forward must provide an immunization record. In-state students born prior to 1956 do not have to provide an immunization record. Out-of-state students do not have to provide an immunization record. If you have been asked to provide this information, please contact Admissions: 1-800-958-9936, extension 3037.
Transcript Evaluations:
Official transcript evaluations and checksheets are only prepared after the Student Records Office has received the following:
- Adult application - send request to lnitcoord@maine.edu
- Official transcripts for all previously attended colleges and universities.
They must be sent to UMA Registrar (46 University Drive, Augusta, ME 04330) by the Registrar of the individual colleges/universities. - $40.00 application fee
CLEP and DANTES Exams:
UMA recognizes certain (but not all) exams offered through CLEP and DANTES. To learn which of the exams can be substituted for course credit and for the testing process, contact Advising 1-800-958-9936 extension 3149.
Life/work experience opportunities:
In the L&IS degree program, you can get course credits by completing a portfolio, documenting skills and knowledge associated with the following courses. LIB 101, 150, 175, 225, 250. For course titles and descriptions go to our Course Descriptions Page. For further information, contact Jodi Williams at lnitcoord@maine.edu.
The Adult Student Application for Admission is available online (to open this file you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader).