International Student Frequently Asked Questions

We cannot accept photocopies of test scores or transcripts. Only official or certified copies will be accepted.

This depends on where you are in the application process. If you have not been accepted yet, you can email umpi-admissions@maine.edu to request they change the semester on your application to the following semester. If you need to defer farther than 1 semester, you will need to resubmit your application in the future. If you have been matriculated (accepted and paid your deposit fee), you need to contact your Professional Academic Advisor to request a start date deferment.

Yes! International Students may be considered for a Merit Scholarship. Questions about scholarships can be directed to umpi-sfs@maine.edu. Scholarships currently do not apply to our competency-based YourPace program for international students.

Yes! Select YourPace degree programs are now available to international students. These are ideal for students who prefer fully online learning, want to study at their own pace, or who may not be able to travel to the U.S.

UMPI degrees are regionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), which is the highest standard of institutional accreditation in the United States. NECHE is widely respected around the world, though each country and employer may have different standards for credential evaluation. We recommend that students check with local organizations to help confirm which credential requirements are needed to meet their goals. 

Canadian students generally are not required to submit evaluations. The exception is institutions that operate on the French system and those located in Quebec.

Yes! UMPI students come from around the world to participate in our graduation ceremonies!

Absolutely! International students can earn their degree completely online.

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Office of Admissions

Office of Admissions
132 Campus Center
181 Main St.
Presque Isle, ME 04769

Phone: (207) 768-9532
Fax: (207) 768-9777
umpi-admissions@maine.edu

For YourPace inquiries, contact:

Email us at umpi-yourpace@maine.edu
Or call 207-768-9433