College of Earth, Life, and Health Sciences

Bachelor of Arts in:
Biology
Botany
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Earth and Climate Sciences
Economics
Financial Economics
Zoology

Minors:
Animal and Veterinary Sciences
Aquaculture
Biochemistry
Biology
Botany
Climate Sciences
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Earth Sciences
Ecology and Environmental Sciences
Economics
Environmental Horticulture
Equine Studies
Fisheries
Food Science
Forest Ecosystem Science
Forest Products
Forest Recreation Management
Human Nutrition
Microbiology
Molecular and Cellular Biology
Neuroscience
Pre-Medical Studies
Renewable Energy Economics and Policy
Renewable Energy Sciences and Technology
Resource and Agribusiness Management
Soil Science
Sustainability
Sustainable Agriculture
Sustainable Food Systems
Zoology

College of College of Earth, Life and Health Sciences Graduation Requirements:

The college offers both Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees. Each program (or major) has a unique curriculum that includes general education requirements of the university. To obtain a Bachelor of Arts degree:

1a. Students must complete an academic minor or a second academic major outside of their primary discipline.  Appropriate minors and majors shall be determined by the academic unit of the student’s primary major to ensure breadth of study.

or

1b.  Alternatively, a student may complete, within their program of study, 27 credits in courses meeting the human values and social context general education criteria of the university. At least 12 credits of these must be at the 200 level or above.

and

2.  Students must complete a minimum of 60 credits outside their major. (If a particular major requires courses in another discipline, either within the same department or in another department, those credits may still count toward the 60 credits.)  Degrees will require 120 or 121 total credits for graduation. In addition, each student must achieve a minimum grade point average GPA of 2.0. Some programs may also require minimum grade point averages for courses within the major.

College of College of Earth, Life and Health Sciences Notes:

The college has a well-developed, student-oriented academic advising system. Each student has an advisor who assists in program planning and career development. Throughout the undergraduate years, the student’s capabilities, aspirations, and goals are the primary concerns governing the advising process. Within the college, students find an environment small enough to feel that they are more than just a number, but large enough to provide the modern facilities necessary for a comprehensive education that prepares them for the challenges of tomorrow.

Students typically select a degree program upon joining the college. In addition to the major, students have the option of selecting one of more than 80 minors offered by the university. Choosing a minor enables students to strengthen their preparation in the major by selecting supporting courses from a related discipline.

The college also provides support through the Academic Support Center . This one-stop resource is designed to help students thrive during their time at UMaine. Students receive personalized support and are connected to campus services and resources, while the knowledgeable staff can help students navigate obstacles, set goals, and meet regularly to keep them on track. 

Admission Requirements:
Entrance requirements for the college include the following high school units: four years of English, three years of mathematics with completion up to at least Algebra 2 is required (selected programs require four years of mathematics and it is encouraged for all programs), two years of social science, and a minimum of two years of laboratory sciences (selected programs require three years of laboratory sciences). One year of fine arts and one year of computer science are highly recommended. Two years of a single foreign language or American Sign Language (ASL) are required for BA programs.

The deadline for readmission applications is August 15 for the fall semester and January 4 for the spring semester.  Exceptions to this deadline may be requested if extenuating circumstances are present.  For additional information, please see the “Admission” section in the Undergraduate Catalog.

Program Contacts

Food Science and Human Nutrition
Eileen Molloy
111 Hitchner Hall
581-3121
eileen.molloy@maine.edu

Forestry
William H. Livingston
201B Nutting Hall
581-2990
williaml@maine.edu

Molecular and Cellular Biology
Ed Bernard
284 Hitchner Hall
581-2804
edward.bernard@maine.edu

Nursing
Susan Tardiff
Dunn Hall
581-2594
susan.tardiff@maine.edu

Parks, Recreation, and Tourism
William H. Livingston
201B Nutting Hall
581-2990
williaml@maine.edu

Social Work
Kelly Jaksa
107 Social Work Bldg
581-2405
kelly.jaksa@maine.edu