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
"I gained new friends, increased confidence, and I caught the travel bug. I'd say it was worthwhile. "
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I was able to gain a better understanding for conservation, wildlife management and how to take a step back from what you learn in a classroom and use the knowledge and observations from locals living in the area to assist in a way to improve the area."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I gained a lot of cultural knowledge and worldly experience. It was worth every penny."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"The experience was definitely a worthwhile endeavor or, especially illy from someone who had never been abroad before. I learned a lot about myself while abroad, mostly due in part as I spent a month travelling on my own. The uni had some great classes I took that I wouldn't find here and that was a plus as they were so interest..."
Bethany Stevens University of Maine - Orono
"I made friends who I will hopefully keep in contact with in the future. I got to explore and enjoy a beautiful country, and learned that even though the school wasn't what i expected there were still plenty of opportunities to make the most out of my trip."
McKenzie Thompson University of Maine - Orono
"This experience was completely worthwhile! I learned so much while abroad - how much I can handle, my ability to get myself through the world by myself, and just how wonderful the world can be. Most of all, I learned to be confident in myself and my abilities and that I can do anything I put my mind to. I truly fell in love with..."
Hannah Elder University of Maine - Orono
"How to be truly independent and on my own. Worthwhile"
Stephanie M University of Maine - Orono
"I learned a lot about myself. I also got to look at the United States from an outsider perspective, but while having all the knowledge of how the US works."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I gained a new understanding of Latin American culture and improved my language skills. It was definitely worthwhile"
A student University of Maine - Orono
"My experience abroad definitely made me more independent, having to cook for myself and travel internationally myself, which are things that I wasn't really used to before I left. I also was able to explore new places and have amazing experiences while traveling Australia, for example, cage diving with great white sharks in Port..."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I learned to venture out of my comfort zone and function as an independent person while also adjusting to cultural and geographical differences. Choosing to go abroad was the best choice I ever made."
Kathryn Gottlieb University of Maine - Orono
"It was extremely worthwhile. I learned about the natives some and a lot about the locals. I feel more worldly and that I have a new place to return to."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I learned the most about myself. I also learned to speak a language, about a different culture, and how to be less close-minded."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I learned that people are more alike than they are different, that there are much more important global issues than the ones Americans tend to focus on politically, and that traveling isn't as scary as you may think. My experience abroad was 100% worthwhile. "
Megan University of Maine - Orono
"I felt like I grew a lot through my study abroad experience. I'm very glad I went. "
Eloise M University of Maine - Orono
"I've learned that there is a bigger world outside of America and so many cultures to experience... I've learned that not everyone lives like we do though they're happy all the same. Accepting others and embracing the differences between cultures has boosted my overall happiness because I feel as if I have an understanding of the..."
kaitlin r University of Maine - Orono
"I grew academically and culturally. I now have a better understanding of how the rest of the world views America. It was one of the best experiences of my life despite missing a semester with my friends back home. "
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I gained confidence, a more global perspective, and it even helped spur thoughts for my future studies in graduate school."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"i learned more about myself over there than i ever would here. you learn so much about the world, about people, about life. everyone should do this, and its more affordable than you think"
Jennifer C University of Maine - Orono
"Gained a better sense of the world, cultures, and traditions throughout Europe"
Sean D University of Maine - Orono
"The experience was definitely worthwhile. I would do it all over again if I could afford it, but maybe during the Spring semester to allow for better weather. I learned a lot about the English culture and the independence of traveling with only one friend! I would say I learned how to only rely on myself for things that I needed..."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"The ability to travel was worthwhile."
Maiti K University of Maine - Orono
"I loved traveling abroad and I loved all the people that I met and it was completely worthwhile and a life changing experience and I am so glad that I am lucky enough to have to experience this and I just feel great about it, but also there were a few bumps that were overwhelming with no help. "
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I gained a deeper appreciation for foreign culture and experienced what it was like to venture so far out of my comfort zone. It was definitely worth it. I tried so many new things and met so many incredible people and I will never forget my experience."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I became a lot more confident interacting with people I didn't know and traveling on my own. I also gained some amazing friends and made great connections. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student University of Maine - Orono
