University of Maine - Orono
University Information
The University of Maine, founded in 1865, is the state’s premier public university, located in the town of Orono. As Maine’s land-grant university and the flagship institution in the University of Maine System, it is among the most comprehensive higher education institutions in the Northeast, attracting students from across the U.S. and more than 60 countries. It currently enrolls 11,250 total undergraduate and graduate students who can directly participate in groundbreaking research working with world-class scholars.
Before you select a study abroad program it is important to understand the types of available programs, funding models and available locations. Read “Understand Study Abroad” and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) at the university website. Join us on Facebook at UMaine Study Abroad.
University of Maine Peer Advisors are available to answer your questions. Drop-in advising without an appointment is available: Monday through Friday at 11am to 3pm in 240 Estabrooke Hall. You can also connect with a Mentor who has studied abroad in the same location or through the same program.
UMaine offers more than 700 study abroad programs. Do not get overwhelmed! The Study Abroad Advisor and peer advisors are here to help. Abroad101 a good place to learn more about programs, refer to the University of Maine study abroad website before you make any decisions.
Important Dates and Deadlines
February 20 – for Summer, Fall-start and Academic Year programs
October 15 – for Spring programs
"Was it worthwhile, yes! I met so many amazing people. Even if I don't keep contact with all of them, I still have the memories of them and how they influenced my adventures abroad."
A student University of Maine at Orono
"Independence, confidence, the importance of a global perspective."
Harold L University of Maine - Orono
"How other countries view americans, and being more open to new and other people. yes it was definitely worthwhile."
Megan S University of Maine at Orono
"Learned tons of life skills. Became more mature. Learned to manage my time. Made tons of friends. Found new interests. Really improved my French skills."
Zane S University of Maine at Orono
"It was so worth while- I gained incredible perspective on how the rest of the world functions, as it is much different than in the United States."
Jamie S University of Maine at Orono
"I learned that I have the power to make me happy, and that life is about doing things that make me happy. That I shouldn't focus completely on the perfect job or future, but do things that make me happy right here and now. And that so many amazing people live in this world, and it's my goal to fill my life with those people. "
Sophie V University of Maine at Orono
"I loved the location but didn't love USAC. I could have benefitted from less American Students and more local integration, or international which would have forced me to use the language more, but the location was absolutely Amazing. "
Ariel B University of Maine at Orono
"I can't praise my experience enough! It has changed me as a person and will likely influence all of my future goals. I'm not the same girl I was when I left my small hometown in Maine a year ago; I've seen China, Korea and several areas of Japan. At times it was terrifying but you learn to accept the scary with the adventure tha..."
Olivia D University of Maine at Orono
"I gained so much musical and cultural knowledge that i'll be able to bring back to my classroom and teach my students."
ella.scozzafava University of Maine at Orono
"I gained a sense of independence and a better feel for how tings happen outside the United States. Absolutely worth while. "
Shane A University of Maine at Orono
"I learned about what's important in life through admiring the lifestyle of the Thai people and their Buddhist philosophy. "
Alegra D University of Maine at Orono
"I learned how to become a more outgoing person and how to adjust to life in a different society."
Seamus O University of Maine at Orono
"Knowing how people from other places in the world live is something I will definitely take away from my abroad experience. My experience was definitely worthwhile."
A student University of Maine at Orono
"Patience. I highly encourage anybody/everybody to study abroad. "
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I was able to appreciate many things I did not pay attention to from home. I realized, after seeing how many other people lived that I come from a very fortunate home. I saw a complete new lifestyle where people lived in small huts and in villages in the jungle with no electricity or running water. "
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I learned how to travel on a budget and on my own. I believe it was very worthwhile "
Brittney F University of Maine at Orono
"I learned so much about myself and other cultures. I saw so many different things and interacted with so many different people. I wouldn't change any of it for the world. "
A student University of Maine at Orono
"Amazing friends, a real understanding of the culture, things I appreciate or take for granted and new things that I am bringing back to the states!"
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I learned a lot of French, I learned about French and European mentality, and I learned a bit about wine. It was absolutely worthwhile; I wouldn't trade my experience for anything. "
A student University of Maine at Orono
"Language skills - interpersonal relations skills. Very worthwhile"
Peter B University of Maine at Orono
"This most definitely was worthwhile. I learned how adaptable I am and I gained confidence that I can succeed in any situation. I also learned what it was like to live in a different culture and see a different perspective on the world. "
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I learned that there is so much more of the world to see! It was definitely worthwhile."
A student University of Maine at Orono
"Being in Madrid was intense. Firstly, no one speaks English. You had to learn Spanish for the moment you stepped off that plane. I learned how to cook, book my vacations, budget money, use the metro/bus system, and most importantly, I learned how to live in a big city and be safe. "
Catherin M University of Maine at Orono
"I truly learned what it is like to be a professional in a laboratory setting. I did significant research, and learned an incredible amount. I learned about the Swedish culture and made some friends that I know will last a lifetime. I believe that study abroad is absolutely worthwhile in every way."
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I gained a more international perspective. It's a very humbling experience being a non-native speaker of a national language. I gained self-confidence by dealing with situations that were very foreign to me all by myself. It was absolutely a worthwhile experience."
Hannah V University of Maine at Orono
