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
"Being abroad completely changed my perspective on how I view the world, and traveling all over Europe and being a non-English speaking city has given me the confidence to do anything."
Emma W University of Maine at Orono
"I became extremely independent and able to be in large groups of people comfortably. You learn conversational skills, and skills for meeting new people (you're going to a place where you know NO ONE so you have to try!)"
Emily C University of Maine at Orono
"It was truly a life-changing experience. I am now more globally aware; I experienced many different cultures throughout Europe firsthand, I know and care about world politics/news, and met interesting friends and potential business contacts from around the world. The two most important things I gained from studying abroad was c..."
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I learned a ton about sustainability and met some really awesome people. I now have some contacts with amazing people both from Iceland and from America. I really grew myself, even though it was only three weeks. It was definitely worthwhile and possibly the greatest three weeks I've ever experienced in my life. It was a whirlwi..."
Ashley T University of Maine at Orono
"I gained a new experience that will last me a lifetime. I gained friends from all over the world who I will keep in contact with. "
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I learned to travel cheaply, and gained the ability to talk to people/ make friends more easily. This was an amazing program!!"
Alyssa T University of Maine at Orono
"I made some close friends, and my language skills improved greatly. Absolutely worthwhile!"
A student University of Maine at Orono
"everything"
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I learned a lot about myself and about another culture. I learned that French people stereotype foreigners and especially Americans. This experience was not worthwhile for me and I've learned more and had much more fun while travelling alone to other places. "
Nora W University of Maine at Orono
"Studying abroad gave me the chance to not only learn so much about other countries but to learn about myself. Being able to travel, see the world and becoming completely immersed into another culture is an experience unlike any other. I gained lifetime skills as well as a whole new perspective and outlook on the world. "
Allie H University of Maine at Orono
"I learned how to live independently and how to adapt to situations I've never been in before. I had a very valuable experience."
Bethany W University of Maine at Orono
"I honestly can't even sum up what I learned while abroad because I gained so much from the experience. Simply being thrown into a completely different culture, where everything is basically exactly the opposite of where I live in America, was priceless. I gained self motivation, confidence, a ton of new friends, some new languag..."
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I gained a lot self confidence and experience in dealing with new people and situations. I learned the value of money and the difference between poverty and well off people and that I should cherish what I have."
Siripot S University of Maine at Orono
"I learned so many things from my time abroad. I mostly learned to fine-tune my people skills and how to think on my feet and stay calm when running into difficulties when traveling. "
A student University of Maine at Orono
"It was the most grand experience, wonderful to see the world and I have seen so much more of the world then before which is priceless. "
Dana S University of Maine at Orono
"It was worthwhile, I learned about culture. I just found them to be more Americanized than I'd hoped for, as far as a study abroad."
A student University of Maine at Orono
"It was definitely worthwhile, I learned a lot of history and was surrounded by the historic sites I was learning about. I was interested in the culture and got to experience more city life. This was my second time abroad, I absolutely loved my first program (UEA, Norwich, UK) and I miss it every day even 2 years later, Canada wa..."
lauryl.cookson University of Maine at Orono
"I learned a lot about the culture, food, language, and many other things. I also learned a lot about other countries other than Korea because there were a ton of international students. And the semester was definetly worth it."
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I learned a lot about nonverbal communication and how people live in Europe. I learned a lot about the social system and the differences between work in my field as a European verses an American"
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I learned a ton about costa rican culture, people, food, and spanish. I also learned about the influence of America on the world, and about myself and my own culture at home. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student University of Maine at Orono
"Independence and separation from family. How to survive on my own and travel and I just overall grew. It was very worth while."
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I was able to improve my language abilities and make lasting connections with my host family. I have not only gained a love for the Finnish culture but also a big appreciation for my own, the American culture. "
Amanda L University of Maine at Orono
"I learned how different our country really is. Each location was totally different from the others it was an amazing experience to be able to witness so much culture. This experience changed my life and it continues to be one of the greatest experiences in my life"
Billy O University of Maine at Orono
"I gained so much from the experience and it has motivated me to want to see the rest of the world. My experience was unbelievable worthwhile and I wouldn't trade it for anything."
A student University of Maine at Orono
"My experience abroad was a one in a lifetime experience. I was opened to so many new views and opinions and I got to see so much. It was worthwhile and something I hope I can do again in the future. "
Samantha S University of Maine at Orono
