Experience Students in the college have an opportunity to get involved hands-on in their area of study as early as their first semester. For example, the 1270 acre DeMeritt Forest and the 4,000 acre Penobscot Experimental Forest are adjacent to the Orono campus, thus allowing students to receive field training within their regular course schedule.
Students earn academic credit while working at positions related to their degree.
Exchange agreements allow students to study abroad at a cost only slightly more expensive than attending the University of Maine. Many college programs qualify for this cooperative agreement that enables qualified New England residents preferred admission to New England state universities and colleges in specific academic programs not available in their home states. The College has more than 20 student organizations that offer numerous opportunities for learning and enjoyment. Student organizations within the college stress interactions with practicing professionals, other students and the public. These organizations also provide students the opportunity to gain exposure to projects and colleagues and to enhance professional and persona development through active participation.