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With approximately 5,000 students, UMA is the third largest university in the University of Maine System. Below are some quick facts on our institution, with much more information available elsewhere on this site.

General information:
(207) 621-3000, 1-877-862-1234, TTY: 800-516-3600

Type:
Four-year, Public University.  3^rd largest in University of Maine System

Degrees Offered:
One but less than two year certificates, Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, Post-baccalaureate Certificate

Top Five Academic Programs:
Mental Health and Human Services; Liberal Studies, Business Administration, Justice Studies, Computer Information Systems

Campus settings:
City of Augusta and City of Bangor, nine Outreach Centers

Housing:
None - commuter institution

Institutional Details can be found at NCES College Navigator

UMA Mission

The University of Maine at Augusta, a regional state university, provides baccalaureate and select associate degrees to meet the educational, economic and cultural needs of Central Maine. Based on a common liberal arts core for all degree programs, UMA delivers professional programs to non-traditional, traditional and place-bound students.

Our Campuses

In addition to our main campus in Augusta, we also serve students at our campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and at nine University College centers and 56 receiving sites in virtually every corner of the state.

• Augusta
• University College of Bangor
• University College:
  Bath/Brunswick
  Ellsworth
  East Millinocket
  Houlton
  Norway/South Paris
  Penquis/Dover-Foxcroft
  Rockland
  Rumford
  Saco

Our Academic Programs

UMA has distinguished itself by offering top-quality, career-focused degree programs designed for today's workplace.

UMA today offers 18 different baccalaureate programs that include numerous opportunities for specialized concentration within a major. We also offer select associate degrees in eleven different programs as well as 13 different certificate programs.

UMA Facts and Figures - Fall 2011

Student Consumer Information

The following section includes links to helpful information on a variety of subjects. This information complies with the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008, which requires colleges and universities to publicly disclose various aspects of their policies and procedures.

• Institutional Information
  • Academic and Career Advising Services
  • Academic Calendar
  • Academic Programs
  • Accreditation
  • Admission Policy
  • Computer Use and Copyright Policies
  • Cost of Attendance and Refund Policy
  • Privacy of Student Records
  • Services for Students with Disabilities
  • Student Life and Activities and Athletics
  • Textbook Information
  • Transfer of Credit
    
    
• Financial Assistance
  • Financial Aid
  • Net Price Calculator
  • Average Net Price 2009-10 - NCES College Navigator
    
    
• Health & Safety
  • Alcohol and Drug Policies
  • Annual Security Report
  • Campus Safety and Security
  • Emergency Evacuation  Procedures
  • Immunization Requirements
  • Student Conduct Code and Procedures
  • UMA Alert System

Student Outcomes

• Retention Rates*
  • All newly enrolled students: Between Fall 2006 and Fall 2010, retention to the second year ranged from 55% - 58%
  • First-Time in College students: Between Fall 2006 and Fall 2010, retention to the second year ranged from 53% to 57%
  • Transfer Students: Between Fall 2004 and Fall 2007, retention of transfers to the second year ranged from 56% to 62%
    *Please Note: Federal IPEDS data only requires reporting of first-time first year student retention. Annually, UMA's entering class is typically composed of 50% first-year students and 50% transfer students. Full-time, first-time students represent only 21% of entering new students.
    
  • NCES College Navigator Retention Rates for UMA
    
    
    

• Graduation Rates
  • For students who began their studies in 2004, 17% completed a degree within 150% of normal time (three years for associate, and six years for baccalaureate degree)
  • Most UMA student are enrolled part-time (average of 8.5 credits/semester), and typically require more than 150% of normal time to complete a degree.
    
  • NCES College Navigator Graduation  Rates for UMA
    
  • Survey of Graduates - Three Year History