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
"From my experience abroad, I learned that: - I have a good amount of sticktoitiveness. - That I can rise to the occasion - I speak French very well. - I do well in new situations and environments. - There is so much opportunity in this world and that it is important to be perceptive and receptive to it."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"Yes! a lot of learning how to live minimally. "
Ashleigh University of Maine - Orono
"I gained bioarchaeological analysis and excavation techniques. "
Anthony Gray University of Maine - Orono
"This study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. All of the classes were not only educationally enriching, but required hands-on work in some of the most beautiful places I've ever seen. Living with a host family helped me learn Spanish and learn about Ecuadorian culture in a way you ever could in a classroom. Overall, I ..."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I gained a lot of skills with being independent. I made a number of trips alone to places I had little knowledge of and had to learn to figure out transportation and entertainment by myself. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student University of Maine - Orono
"It was very worthwhile! I learned about Irish culture and could understand some of its similarities and differences to the United States. I was able to visit major sites in Ireland such as the Cliffs of Moher and experience many cultural events, museums and art galleries in Cork and Dublin. I met a lot of new people from differe..."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I learned a lot of tips about traveling abroad and now feel much more comfortable with traveling by myself, staying in hostels, communicating with locals, etc."
Colby Rand University of Maine - Orono
"I learned how to live on my own in a different world."
Joshua Minor University of Maine - Orono
"I gained a lot from the experience, I think, both academically and personally. I gained a lot of knowledge in the Spanish language- how to speak it, understanding it, and knowing how it operates in comparison to the english language. It's really interesting (and really hard!). Having never traveled outside of the U.S before and ..."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"Being alone in a foreign country for 4 months is tough but totally worth it"
Caroline Cunningham University of Maine - Orono
"I learned so much!! I gained more independence, learned how to travel, and learned to budget as well as experience different cultures."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"Way too broad of a question"
A student University of Maine - Orono
"It was worthwhile as my French was used very much and I learned a lot about my self and French culture, as well as getting to travel."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I learned a lot about myself as a person because I didn't know anyone going there. I learned a lot about field research techniques in my field, which was very exciting. I gained a better perspective of what it's like to do the kind of work I want to do. "
A student University of Maine - Orono
"The coursework was focused on urban sustainability, and Singapore provided the perfect backdrop. Being immersed in a wildly different societal and governmental structure only served to enrich the experience. "
A student University of Maine - Orono
"Absolutely."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I learned so much about different cultures and the importance of learning about how other people do things and how they think about things. "
A student University of Maine - Orono
"Language learning, friends, and cultural experience, definitely worthwhile"
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I can now confidently say I am bilingual, and I have a much deeper understanding of Spanish/Galician history and culture (both through my classes and through conversations with my friends. Speaking of friends, I have an almost global network of close friends that I plan on seeing in the future. Without them this experience would..."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I went to college an hour from my home town. This was the first time I really learned how to be by myself, and I loved it."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"Yes, I learned how to live more on my own, how to interact with those who do not speak the same language as me, and how to appreciate another culture besides my own."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I learned a lot, and had many amazing experiences, but it was not life-changing. I am the same person I was before I left. "
Rochelle G University of Maine - Orono
"I gained new perspectives on the world, cultures, and myself. This experience gave me unforgettable memories and new friends that I wouldn't trade for the world. "
Lauren Dolinski University of Maine - Orono
"It was completely worthwhile. I met some of my best friends and had experiences that will definitely last a lifetime."
kaitlyn M University of Maine - Orono
"While I certainly learned about climate change and the arctic ecosystem/culture, more than anything, I learned about people and how to function independently. Life can be tough in the bitter cold of Greenland and darkness of Iceland but these communities have adapted and figured out what to do with what little they have - a key ..."
A student University of Maine - Orono
