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Admission into a degree program at the University of Maine at Machias are accepted for admission into the fall, spring, or summer semesters. It is recommended that candidates for admission submit their applications as early as possible. Though UMM has a ‘rolling admissions’ program, the early applicant is more assured of consideration for available financial aid. Graduating high school students are encouraged to apply for admission during the fall of their senior year.
The Admissions Office invites prospective students to visit the campus to discuss their educational interests. Information about academic programs and support services is provided, along with the requirements and procedures for admission. An interview and a tour of the campus facilities can be arranged. Prospective students are encouraged to contact the Admissions Office, O’Brien House, 207-255-1318 or toll free 1-888-468-6866.
Admission Requirements
A candidate for admission to UMM must be a graduate of, or will have graduated from, a secondary school, or must have passed a state secondary school equivalency examination (GED) or high school equivalency (HiSet). The University recommends a collegepreparatory high school program as appropriate preparation for the demands of all baccalaureate programs. Although the quality of work performed is more important than the distribution of high school units of credit, the following are required:
| English |
4 units |
| Math (including algebra) |
3 units |
| Science (with lab) |
2 units |
| Social Science/History |
2 units |
A course in the use of computers, such as keyboarding, is also strongly recommended, as well as the following:
| Fine Arts or Foreign Language |
2 units |
| Electives |
3 units |
For recent high school graduates, the scores of the College Board’s Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or the American College Testing (ACT) program’s tests are encouraged.
Applicants to Business & Entrepreneurial Studies or associate degree programs in Business or Recreation who have had mixed or business programs in high school are given full consideration for admission. However, college preparatory English and mathematics courses may be required if needed.
Applicants who have had some work or life experience since high school are evaluated on an individual basis.
Application Procedure
First-Year Student Admission
To apply for admission to UMM, an applicant should:
- Complete one of the University of Maine System application forms at https://machias.edu/admissions/apply/. Completed paper applications may be mailed to the Admissions Office, UMM, 116 O’Brien Ave., Machias, ME 04654.
- Have their high school guidance counselor or principal forward directly to the UMM Admissions Office, records of secondary grades, recommendations, and available test results. An applicant who has been out of school for several years may also submit additional information and/or qualifications derived from such experiences as work or the military for assessment.
- Have the official results of the College Board’s Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or the American College Testing Program (ACT) forwarded directly to the UMM Admissions Office.
- Plan for a campus visit, if at all possible, as part of the application process. Applicants may call or write the Admissions Office for an appointment at any time, 207-255-1318 or toll free 1-888-468-6866.
Transfer Students Admission
Qualified transfer students are accepted for admission into the fall, spring, and summer semesters. A transfer applicant must:
- Complete one of the University of Maine System application forms at https://machias.edu/admissions/apply/. Completed paper applications may be mailed to the Admissions Office, UMM, 116 O’Brien Ave., Machias, ME 04654.
- Provide official transcripts, with evidence of good standing, from all previously attended institutions, including high school. All credentials must be sent directly from the institution(s) attended to the UMM Admissions Office.* The applicant may be asked to provide UMM with catalog course descriptions from institutions previously attended.
- Applicants are not normally considered for admission to UMM following their dismissal from another institution. Pursuant to University of Maine System policy, a student who has been academically suspended or dismissed from another institution in the University of Maine System should include on the admissions application clear and convincing reasons why his or her chances for academic success will be favorable at the new institution. It will be UMM’s decision whether or not to admit the student.
A student who has been suspended or dismissed from another institution of the University of Maine System for disciplinary reasons shall not be admitted as a matriculated student by the same or another institution until the conditions established for termination of that suspension have been met.
*Students who have previously attended other UMS institutions do not need to request transcripts. Admissions Officers have access to internal transcripts for all students with no transcript holds.
International Students
International New Students Admission
To apply for admission to UMM, an international applicant should:
- Complete one of the University of Maine System application forms at https://machias.edu/admissions/apply/. Completed paper applications may be mailed to the Admissions Office, UMM, 116 O’Brien Ave., Machias, ME 04654.
- Have their high school/secondary school transcript/results and letter of recommendations sent directly from the institution attended to the UMM Admissions Office.
- Have the official results of the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or the American College Testing Program (ACT) or the Test of English as a Foreign Language [1] (TOEFL) sent directly to the UMM Admissions Office from the agency administering the test (submit only one of the tests). Successful scores on the TOEFL should be 500 or higher on the paper-based exam, or 173 or higher on the computer-based exam. In lieu of those exams, successful completion of level 109 at any FLS Language center may be used to demonstrate English proficiency.
- Students whose highest level of education is at the secondary level may consider submitting secondary school transcripts to a foreign credentialing agency, requesting a document-by-document evaluation. This is especially encouraged for students who intend to participate in intercollegiate athletics and for students who have completed the equivalent of advanced placement courses at the secondary level.
- Provide the UMM Admissions Office financial documentation indicating that they have the resources to cover non-resident tuition, room and board, and other expenses (contact the admissions office for the specific amount or with any questions).
- Plan a campus visit, if at all possible, as part of the application process. Applicants may call or write the Admissions Office for an appointment at any time, 207-255-1318 or toll-free 1-888-468-6866.
International Transfer Students Admission
Qualified international transfer students are accepted for admission into the fall and spring semesters. An international transfer student must:
- Complete one of the University of Maine System application forms at https://machias.edu/admissions/apply/. Completed paper applications may be mailed to the Admissions Office, UMM, 116 O’Brien Ave., Machias, ME 04654.
- Provide official transcripts, with evidence of good standing, from all previously attended institutions, including high school. All credentials must be sent directly from the institution(s) attended to the UMM Admissions Office. The applicant may be asked to provide UMM with catalog course descriptions from institutions previously attended.
- Send their official secondary and postsecondary school transcripts or documents to World Education Services (WES). Students should request a courseby course evaluation of their credentials. The UMM Registrar’s Office will award appropriate transfer credit based on the report of the foreign credentialing agency.
- International students whose official language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. This proficiency requirement may be satisfied by submission of proof of successful completion of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Successful scores should be higher than 500 on the paperbased exam or 173 on the computerbased exam. In lieu of the exam, successful completion of level 109 at any FLS Language Center can be used to demonstrate English proficiency.
- Provide the UMM Admissions Office financial documentation indicating that they have the resources to cover nonresident tuition, room and board and other expenses (contact the Admissions Office for the specific amount or with any questions).
All Candidates
All candidates are considered for admission after the application has been received and all required credentials are on hand. Students are informed of the admissions decision as soon as all credentials have been reviewed, or are notified in the event of any delay. Candidates are encouraged to contact the Admissions Office regarding any unwarranted delay to assure that all is in order.
The University reserves the right to revoke the admission of any applicant if it deems necessary to do so for academic or personal reasons.
On notification of acceptance to UMM, an acceptance deposit of $50 is requested. Acceptance deposit refund requests are honored if submitted in writing and postmarked on or before May 1st for the fall semester and January 1st for the spring semester
High School Juniors Program
A limited number of high school juniors ranking in the top 10 percent of their classes may be accepted for admission. Such early admission is undertaken with the understanding that earned college credits are applied as needed toward the secondary diploma as well as toward the college degree. These students must be highly recommended by their guidance counselors as being unusually well prepared academically and possessing the necessary maturity to enter a college program. The Principal and School Board of the applicant’s high school must give approval.
Early College Program
The Early College program provides qualified students the opportunity to enroll in college courses on the UMM campus. Students may often receive both high school and college credit for their UMM courses, giving them a jump start toward their college degrees. UMM’s Early College Director works closely with high school guidance counselors, and students receive full academic support both at their high schools and on the UMM campus. Through the Early College Program, students discover the rewards of learning at the collegiate level and begin a seamless transition to fulltime college studies after high school graduation
Readmission
A matriculated student who fails to enroll continuously each fall and spring semester and who has not taken an official leave of absence must apply for readmission to pursue a degree program. Application for readmission is made through the Registrar’s Office. The student’s status and class standing will be determined by a review of his or her previous academic work at UMM (and other institutions, if applicable), the period of time that has elapsed since active enrollment at UMM, and changes in the curriculum and program requirements.
Students who are accepted for readmission to UMM enter under the catalog requirements in effect at that time, unless the student specifically requests on the readmission application to be readmitted under a catalog in effect at the time of their earlier attendance. The institution may approve or deny this request.
Readmitted students seeking grade forgiveness should refer to the policy under Academic Standing in this catalog.
Student Classification
Matriculated Students Any student admitted to UMM as a degree or certificate candidate, who confirms their intention to enroll, is considered a matriculated student. If unusual circumstances are associated with a student’s acceptance, a matriculated student may be placed in one of the following admissions categories.
Transitions Program Students whose previous academic records indicate that they may be in need of additional academic support are accepted into the Transitions program. Students in the Transitions program are restricted to a semester course load of 13 credits and are required to meet regularly with the High School Transitions Advisor.
Students in the Transitions program have two semesters to achieve the grades necessary to be considered in good academic standing. When a student meets the academic requirements set for their level (see Academic Standards & Policies), the student’s program will be changed to the program to which the student applied at admission (as specified in the Admission letter). Students who fail to meet the academic expectations of the University by the end of their second semester will be suspended.
Non-Matriculated Students Anyone not matriculated at UMM, excluding students dismissed for disciplinary reasons, from a University of Maine System institution, may register for a maximum of 8 credit hours in any given semester as long as they have met all prerequisites for the courses in which they wish to enroll. Additional credits may be approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs. In courses where enrollment is limited, matriculated students may be given priority.
READINESS FOR COLLEGE COURSES
Admission to UMM shows’ a student’s readiness for college level coursework.
College Composition - All entering students who have not already passed the equivalent of ENG 101 College Composition will be placed into that course.
Students who have experienced previous difficulties with writing should seek additional academic supports available through the Writing &Tutoring Center.
Students with documented permanent or temporary disabilities should contact the Student Accessibility Services Office in Powers Hall to initiate discussions about appropriate academic supports and accommodations.
Math Pathways UMM Math curriculum which is designed to give additional supports to students whose previous experiences with math have been challenging or lacking.
Students with eligible SAT, ACT or CLEP scores (see below) or who have successfully passed collegelevel math courses will be eligible to take MAT 103M
Algebraic Models in our World and MAT 111M College Algebra, or any other math course requiring competency in Intermediate Algebra.
Students who do not have the following test scores or who have not previously passed a collegelevel math course are also eligible to take MAT 103M and MAT 111M, but must register for the version of the class which includes a required workshop. Students in these sections meet concurrently with students who do not need the workshop.
Intermediate Algebra Competency. Students with the following scores will be considered to have established competency in Intermediate Algebra and are eligible to take math courses which require that competency.
- 530 or higher on MSS section of SAT taken on or after March 2016
- 500 or higher on Math section of SAT taken before March 2016
- 21 or higher on Math section of ACT
- 50 or higher on CLEP College Algebra exam taken after 7/1/2001
- 500 or higher on CLEP College Algebra exam taken before 7/1/2001
Students in Creative Arts, Recreation & Tourism Management, Business & Entrepreneurial Studies and Psychology & Community Studies are encouraged to take MAT 103M as their first collegelevel math course if they have test scores below those cited above.
Students in Biology, Education, Environmental Geographical Information Studies and Marine Biology are encouraged to take MAT 111M as their first college level math course if they have test scores below those cited above.
Students who have not yet demonstrated competency in Intermediate Algebra are also encouraged to sign up for the Summer Bridge program, which begins several weeks before the start of the Fall semester. Students in the Summer Bridge program work intensively on improving their math skills before the semester starts and continue to meet weekly during the semester. Students interested in the Summer Bridge program should register for the appropriate section(s) of FYS 101 FirstYear Seminar.
New England Regional Student Program
Expanded study opportunities are available each year for nonMaine resident students through the New England Regional Student Program (RSP) administered by the New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE). Students qualifying for study under this program are charged 50 percent above the instate tuition fee. For a list of NEBHE Approved programs, click on this link: New England Regional Student Program
Immunization Requirements
All full and part-time matriculated students and all fulltime nonmatriculated students born after 1956 are required by Maine state law to show proof of two immunizations for measles, mumps and rubella prior to registration for courses. Students must also provide proof of Tetanus/Diptheria (Td or DT) or Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap) that has been administered within the past 10 years. Further information is available from the Office of Student Life at 207-255-1305.
[1] The TOEFL is only a valid choice for international students whose official language is not English.
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