Study Abroad

Where Can I Study?

Direct Exchange Programs

UMF has exchange agreements with a number of foreign universities. When participating in a Direct Exchange program, UMF students pay tuition and fees at UMF and living expenses to the host university abroad. Most of our direct exchange programs are at universities where the medium of instruction is English……meaning you do not need proficiency in the host country’s foreign language to study!

Country Click below for program information	Partner University Click below to visit a partner university website
France	Le Mans Université
Germany	Europa-Universität Flensburg
Hong Kong	Education University of Hong Kong
Japan	Akita International University
Spain	University of Alicante

George Mitchell Peace Scholarship to Ireland

This scholarship was established in honor of Senator Mitchell’s role in brokering the Peace Accord in Northern Ireland. UMF students can apply to study at University College Cork in Ireland.

Country Click below for program information	University Click below to visit the university website
Ireland	University College Cork

Provider Programs

Should one of our direct exchange programs not meet your academic, financial, or calendar needs, UMF also offers the opportunity to participate in exciting semester-long, study/intern abroad opportunities in a wide range of countries through affiliations with study abroad program providers. Many providers offer programs in foreign speaking countries, where the medium of instruction is English……meaning you do not need proficiency in the host country’s foreign language to study!

Approved Providers Click below for provider information
Academic Programs International (API)
American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS)
Center for International Studies (CIS)
University of Nicosia Global Semesters
School for International Training (SIT Study Abroad)
University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC)

Study Abroad Eligibility

Enrolled/Matriculated at UMF, full time, in the semester prior to and throughout your exchange. Have completed a minimum of one semester of full-time (min. 12 credits) study in residence at UMF by the application deadline. AP and transfer credits are not considered. Sophomore standing or above at the time of exchange, a minimum of 32 credits earned. Have a 2.5 minimum cumulative UMF GPA. Some programs have higher GPA minimums, be sure to review these requirements. Good academic and disciplinary standing. Meet foreign language proficiency requirements, if needed.

How to Get Started…

Request an Appointment

• Learn about the various study away options
• Receive information on programs and locations that interest you
• Learn how to choose a program that best meets your need
• Learn about UMF’s study away approval process, step-by-step

Early planning is the key. Begin the process well in advance, working with your UMF academic advisor and the Office of Global Education, to determine the best time for you to study away.

How to Apply

Once you have decided on a program location and term, you can begin the application process, which is almost completely online, with the exception of a few select forms. The following required documents will need to be prepared in advance and uploaded as pdf files in order to submit the online application.

1. Essay – please explain the connection between your studies abroad and your academic major, including why you have selected this specific program, what linguistic and/or cultural components affected your decision, and how you expect the program will add to your education, personal growth and future career plans. Your uploaded document must include your name on the first page.

2. Unofficial Transcript – download student copy from your Mainestreet Student Services Center.

3. Copy of valid passport (information page) or copy of receipt from submitted passport application.

4. Study Away Budget Estimate-Financial Resources Form – request form from Office of Global Education.

5. Study Away Form – download from MyCampus, UMF Tools, Forms and Documents.

Application Deadlines

Please note that UMF Study/Intern Abroad has a rolling admissions policy. Students are strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible as some programs, particularly direct exchange programs, fill prior to the deadlines. Students must receive UMF Study/Intern Abroad Approval prior to applying online to Provider programs:

> February 20: All UMF direct exchange programs for the following academic year (fall and/or spring);
Summer, Fall and Academic Year Provider programs

> October 1: Spring Provider programs

Note: After submission of UMF application materials and receipt of UMF approval, further application submissions are required for host schools.

Apply Now

Pre-Departure Process – Coming Soon!

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Office of Experiential & Global Education
University of Maine at Farmington
106 Fusion Space
117 South Street
Farmington, Maine 04938
Phone: 207-778-7122
exchangeprograms@umf.maine.edu