STUDY IN USA: UNIVERSITY OF MAINE SCHOLARSHIPS 2024

In honor of exceptional academic achievement, the University of Maine awards a small number of undergraduate International Presidential Scholarships, worth $15,000 per academic year. By February 1st, students must submit a separate application to be considered for this scholarship.

Regarding the University of Maine

The University of Maine, the flagship campus of the University of Maine System, was established in 1865 and is a land, sea, and space grant university. This lively and active university, which is situated in Orono along the banks of the Stillwater River, uses its teaching, research, and outreach missions to benefit Maine, the United States, and the world.

Every county in Maine, as well as more than 49 other states and 81 foreign nations, sends students to the University of Maine. Students can obtain graduate certificates, master’s, doctorate, or professional science master’s degrees through the more than 100 degree programs that UMaine offers. Our goal is to provide opportunities for everyone who is a part of the University of Maine community and its constituents.

An excellent traditional education is provided at a reasonable cost by the University of Maine. UMaine is a top university in New England. We offer a wide range of programs and opportunities to assist students in becoming success stories. We also have top-notch faculty, nationally acclaimed research, first-rate facilities, and a welcoming, secure environment close to some of the best year-round recreation areas in the country.

As part of the Commission’s accreditation of the University of Maine System, the New England Commission on Higher Education (NECHE) has granted accreditation to both the University of Maine and its regional campus, the University of Maine at Machias.

What draws students to the University of Maine?

Numerous initiatives and events provided by the University of Maine have the potential to significantly impact the lives of all students. We provide all the information you require, from utilizing housing and parking services to learning about UMaine athletics and the arts.

Division of Student Life

The Division of Student Life is committed to assisting students in acclimating to college life and making the most of their time there.

Campus Living

Nineteen residence halls at UMaine offer on-campus living. Traditional dorms, suite-style apartments, graduate housing, and several academic communities with themed and immersive learning opportunities are among the available options.

Dining

A place where teachers and students can enjoy delectable meals and trendy culinary experiences that nourish and motivate them to keep moving forward.

Recreation

Our world-class customer service, inclusive atmosphere, first-rate facilities, and exciting and demanding recreational programs are all available to you.

Arts

World-famous museums, student-run musicals, Broadway shows, and live performances by Grammy-winning performers may all be found here.

Scholarship Information

• Host university: University of Maine, the host university
• Host country: America is the host nation.
• Study Level: Degree-level study

Selecting an Academic Program

On your application, indicate your top and second choices for courses of study. You can also let us know if you’re not sure which program at a certain college to pursue. You can find information here on particular academic programs.

Academic Preparation

Coursework in high school should aim for at least college preparatory level. Coursework in advanced, honors, or AP is recommended. Four units of English, three to four units of mathematics (at least geometry and algebra I and II; some programs require advanced mathematics), two to three units of lab science (which some programs require), two units of a foreign language, and two to three units of social studies are required of candidates. It is highly suggested to do courses in computer science and visual arts.

Transfer students may substitute finished college courses for any mandatory courses they did not complete in high school.

Scholarships

International Presidential Scholarship

A small number of undergraduate International Presidential Scholarships, worth up to US$ 20,000 per academic year, are available from the University of Maine in appreciation of exceptional academic achievement.

Maine Global Partner Scholarship

Outstanding overseas students who complete their high school education in Maine are eligible to apply for this award, which has a maximum value of US$12,000 per academic year.

International Flagship Scholarship

The University of Maine accepts applications for this international scholarship, which has a maximum value of US$10,000 per academic year, from all first-year and transfer international undergraduate students.

International Dean’s Scholarship

This overseas scholarship, worth up to US$ 5,000 per academic year, is open to all first-year and transfer international undergraduate students to the University of Maine.

IEI Bridge Scholarship

This international fellowship, which has a maximum value of US$4,000 per academic year, is open to all overseas students participating in the Intensive English Institute’s Bridge program.

Scholarships for Graduate Students

Applications from overseas graduate students are taken into consideration for graduate assistantships, fellowships, and scholarships.

Karen Boucias International Scholarship Fund

In 2018, the University of Maine Foundation established a fund to honor Ms. Karen Boucias, who oversaw the University of Maine’s Office of International Programs for seventeen years. The money generated goes toward supporting overseas undergraduate students who do well academically.

Marisue and John Pickering Scholarship

Thanks to donations from Marisue and John Pickering, the University of Maine created this endowed scholarship in 1993.  Marisue is an Emerita Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Maine, and John was an educator who worked with kids from elementary school through university levels.  It provides financial aid for overseas students from Southeastern Europe attending UMaine.

Scholarship Opportunities from Other UMaine Sources

UMaine ScholarshipUniverse Scholarship Resource

This resource is associated with the University of Maine. Rather than UMaine, other organizations give out the scholarships that are available on ScholarshipUniverse. The student must take the time to apply for the scholarships for which they qualify to be eligible for any of these awards.

School of Forest Resources Scholarships

The School of Forest Resources grants scholarships totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars to both new and returning students every year. All students are welcome to apply, and grants will vary depending on a variety of factors, such as financial need and academic accomplishment. Typically, awards fall between $350 and $7,000.

UMaine Pulp and Paper Foundation

All first-year and upper-class engineering and forestry students who want to pursue demanding and fulfilling careers in the pulp paper and supplier industries are eligible to apply for this scholarship initiative. First-year scholarship recipients usually rank in the top 15% of their high school class, have a cumulative SAT score of 1100 or above, have received academic honors, are involved in extracurricular and leadership activities, and have great communication skills both in writing and speaking.

These $8,500 annual scholarships can be paired with the previously mentioned UMaine foreign merit scholarships. The first-year scholarship application deadline is December 31st.

Important due dates:

The only way for students to be considered for all UMaine foreign scholarships is to have a full undergraduate application on file. If you apply before these dates, all students who apply (both first-year and transfer) will be considered for honor scholarships:

• For spring entry, you must apply by November 1 of the previous year.
• To get into the school for the fall, you must apply by February 1 of the same year. Students who apply after these dates will be considered for grants if funds are still available.

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