Welcome to UMA Ellsworth

  • UMA Ellsworth has served the Downeast area for more than 20 years.
  • We provide local access to more than 30 full degree and certificate programs.
  • We offer small class sizes, personalized services, tutoring in math and writing, and Osher scholarships for new students who want to “try” college.
  • Choose from hundreds of courses during morning, afternoon and evening, on-site and/or online.
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“UMA Ellsworth Center really opens doors for non-traditional students like me. I am studying nursing because I feel like it is a good way to give back to my community. The Center has definitely been useful for me in terms of its convenience and helpful staff. If you are considering college in the Ellsworth community and don’t know where to start, UMA Ellsworth Center gives you the support you need to succeed!” —Tiara

UMA Ellsworth Nursing Simulation Lab - two students and a simulation dummy
UMA Ellsworth Center Nursing Simulation Lab

UMA Ellsworth Center offers local access to UMA’s courses and programs. We bring a variety of higher education opportunities to Hancock County. Students can choose from hundreds of courses each semester and from degree and certificate programs at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels.

We offer academic advising, tutoring, study skills workshops, computer access, library services, and other services to support beginning and advanced learners.


“UMA Ellsworth Center has been such a blessing to me. Being here has made me realize how valuable getting an education is and also how much joy it brings to my life. The only thing I would have done differently would be to go back to college sooner!” —Kimberly Webster


“The UMA Ellsworth Center was one of the entities that saved my life. After my wife died, I wanted to make her proud, but I didn’t know where to start. A good friend brought me over and my new life began. Without this Center, I wouldn’t be in school. I owe everything to this Center and the wonderful people within it.” —Mathew Alley

The Ellsworth Center now has an exercise area for destressing between classes! Help yourself to exercise mats, a stability ball, treadmill, and a few other items. We require that you fill out the waiver before using any of the equipment. Enjoy!