September 1, 1995. The University of Maine at Farmington, founded in 1864, is Maine's first public institution of higher education. We offer quality baccalaureate programs in arts and sciences, education and human services. UMF prides itself on the friendliness of the campus, on strong academic and personal support, on the rapport among students, faculty, and staff and on its commitment of creating a more diverse campus community. Students come from every country in Maine, approximately 30 other states, and a dozen foreign countries.
Most students live on or near campus, and two-thirds of the students are women.
Recent campus initiatives include development of as minority intern program, a women's studies center and minor, and international faculty and student exchange programs. It is a small, charming, rural, New England town. UMF provides reasonable accommodations in the workplace and in the job application process.