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The University of Maine at Fort Kent, also known as UMFK, is a public university located in Fort Kent, Maine, United States. It was established in 1878 as the Madawaska Training School. It was renamed as University of Maine at Fort Kent in 1970. The main campus is spread across an area of 54 acres. The university is a member of the University of Maine System. UMFK offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study.
UMFK has an active student life. The student support cell of the university offers services such as placement services, counseling, and career supports services. The campus also hosts a wide variety of clubs and organizations based on the varied interests of the students.
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Campus Location23 University Drive
Fort Kent, ME 04743-1292
USA
Main Tel: (207) 834-7500
Web Site The campus is in a quiet rural area. |
University Of Maine At Fort Kent HighlightsWhere University Of Maine At Fort Kent stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in education and teaching.
- High faculty salary.
- Large number of students.
- Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Student meal (board) plan
- Study abroad option
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Bachelor | 256 | 12 | | Associate | 33 | 1 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at University Of Maine At Fort Kent was 1,269 in 2007 (952 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 5,753 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,443 | | Room | $ 3,820 | | Board | $ 2,800 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,030 | | Other | $ 2,500 |
Financial Aid: University Of Maine At Fort Kent participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2007): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| With tenure | | 16 | | Without tenure; working toward tenure | | 14 | | Without tenure; tenure not available | | 11 |
Housing and MealsUniversity Of Maine At Fort Kent provides on-campus housing for 235 of its 952 (full-time) students (as of 2007). Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 19 meals weekly.
University Of Maine At Fort Kent AthleticsUniversity Of Maine At Fort Kent is in the Sunrise Conference for major sports.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (14 awarded) - Business/Commerce
- E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (4 awarded) - Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (169 awarded) - Elementary Education and Teaching
- Secondary Education and Teaching
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (3 awarded) LIBERAL ARTS (54 awarded) - English Language and Literature
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Social Sciences
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (38 awarded) - Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SCIENCE (7 awarded) - Biological and Physical Sciences
- Biology/Biological Sciences
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