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Additional Application Information by Student Type

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Traditional Students

YourPace Students

First-Time Students

Provide official high school transcript.

Transfer Students

Provide official transcripts from all colleges and universities you’ve attended. (If you do not have 60 earned and transferable credits, you must also provide your high school transcripts.)

YourPace Students – 1 simple step:

• For Bachelor’s degree programs, choose the Apply YourPace Undergrad button.
• For the Master’s degree program, choose the Apply Grad button.

Mailing Address:

UMPI Admissions
181 Main St
Presque Isle ME 04769
Fax: 207-768-9777
Email: umpi-admissions@maine.edu

For YourPace inquiries, contact:
Email: umpi-yourpace@maine.edu

Once you have submitted your completed application, we may request additional materials such as an essay or request that you come to an interview.

YourPace International Students

YourPace program allows international students to study 100% online from outside the US. To apply to a YourPace Program, applicants will need to complete the application instructions for a YourPace Student below.

Step 1: Complete the YourPace Application

Step 2: Submit Transcripts for Credential Evaluations

At UMPI, we require all international educational documents** to be submitted through a credential evaluation report for all transcripts because we do not provide evaluations in-house. This evaluation report will translate your grades into US equivalencies. Applicants are responsible for any fees required by an evaluation service.

Please note: All evaluations must be completed by an evaluation service that is endorsed by NACES or AICE and must include a GPA. Official transcripts must be sent by the institution. Transcripts submitted by students will be unofficial and cannot be used for admissions decisions. Transcripts can be sent electronically to edocs@maine.edu or via U.S. mail to the following Address: Application Processing Center, PO Box 412, Bangor, ME 04402

**Canadian-based institutions (excluding the province of Quebec) will not require a transcript evaluation. High school or equivalent and college transcripts must be directly sent by the institution or a transcript service.

High school transcripts must be officially translated or evaluated as part of the admissions requirements. The official document must include a cumulative grade point average (GPA) and a specific graduation date. Translations or evaluations must be directly provided by (1) a NACESor AICE member, or (2) the high/secondary school.

Please note:

• Caribbean Examination Council (CXC) results must be provided directly to an approved evaluation service.
• China Credentials Verification (CSSD) evaluations cannot be considered.

What evaluation should I order?

• Course-by-course evaluation: students with college/university course work completed outside of the United States.
• Course-by-course evaluation (analysis): students with a high school transcript AND advanced level course work; advanced level course work could include A-levels, CXC’s, CAPE exams, etc.
• Document-by-document evaluation: students with only a high school transcript.

English Proficiency

Please note: All courses in the YourPace Program are delivered in English, and students are required to submit all coursework, both written and oral assignments, in English.

If you are an international student or a student living in the United States whose first language is not English, you are required to provide proof of English language proficiency. Please review the information below for details on approved exams and potential waiver options.

The University of Maine at Presque Isle Admissions Office considers all applicants under a holistic review process based on the documents required for the application process. English proficiency is required as part of the application process. 

Please ensure that your official test scores are provided before the required document deadline for the session that you have applied for. Test scores must be taken within the past two years. 

Only the following English proficiency tests and scores will be considered for the application process: 

• TOEFL score of 79 Internet-based & 550 paper-based 
• TOEFL Essentials score of 8.5
• IELTS score of 6.5
• Pearson Test of English score of 53 
• Duolingo English Test score of 105
• Cambridge C1 Advanced

Please use 3008 as the institutional code for the official scores. 

Potential English proficiency test waivers within the application process: 

The only guaranteed method of meeting the English proficiency requirement is by passing an English proficiency test. 

An English proficiency test waiver may be considered for the application process if one of the following options is met: 

• Your high school transcript clearly states that English is the language of instruction for all subjects.
• Must have earned one of the following from an institution located within the U.S., Canada, England, Australia, or New Zealand, where English is the primary language of instruction and assessment:
  • Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Graduate degree from an accredited institution. 
  • 60 undergraduate or 12 graduate semester credits from an accredited institution. 
• English is your first or primary language, and you reside in one of the following countries. Verification in the form of a government-issued identification card will be required.

All courses in the YourPace Program are delivered in English, and students are required to submit all coursework, both written and oral assignments, in English.

YourPace Candian Students

Step 1: Complete the YourPace Application

Step 2: Submit Transcripts for Credential Evaluations

Canadian-based institutions (excluding the province of Quebec) may not require a transcript evaluation or translation. High school or equivalent and college transcripts must be directly sent by the institution or a transcript service. 

High School: If your transcript is not provided by the institution completely in English, transcripts must be officially translated or evaluated as part of the admissions requirements. The official document must include a cumulative grade point average (GPA) and a specific graduation date. Translations or evaluations must be directly provided by (1) a NACES or AICE member, or (2) the high/secondary school.

Quebec-based institutions must be officially evaluated by a NACESor AICE member evaluation service.

What evaluation should I order?

• Course-by-course evaluation: students with college/university work completed outside of the United States.
• Course-by-course evaluation: students with a high school transcript AND advanced level work; advanced level work could include A-levels, CXC’s, CAPE exams, etc.
• Document-by-document evaluation: students with only a high school transcript.

Step 3: English Language Proficiency **Please note that all YourPace classes and materials are presented in English.

Applicants will be required to provide proof of English proficiency in one of three options available.

Option 1: Native English Speaker

If you are from Canada (excluding the Province of Quebec), where English is considered a primary language, you will be considered proficient. If you are from or currently reside in Canada, you MUST submit a copy of your valid passport or a valid government-issued ID with an address as proof of permanent residence.

Option 2: Proficiency Through Instruction In English

Meet at least one of the following requirements:

• Your high school transcript clearly states that English is the language of instruction for all subjects. If studying in a 13-year system, academic records for grades 10–13 are required.
• Earned U.S. GED, HiSET, or equivalent
• Must have completed 60 college credits (or an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree) from an accredited institution (or equivalent) located within the U.S., Canada, England, Australia, or New Zealand

All waivers are processed during business hours in the order they arrive. Additional information may be requested during the admissions process.

Please note: All courses in the YourPace Program are delivered in English, and students are required to submit all coursework, both written and oral assignments, in English.

All financial aid or payment questions can be directed to umpi-sfs@maine.edu or (207) 768-9510

International Students

All non-YourPace international students apply via the steps outlined below. 

Step 1: Complete the Apply Maine or Common App

• Create an account.
• Answer all questions 
• Select UMPI 
• Submit application

Step 2: Submit Transcripts for Credential Evaluations

At UMPI, we require all international applicants to submit a credential evaluation report for high school and university transcripts because we do not do evaluations in-house. (There are a few exceptions; please see below for details.) There is a fee for this process that can range from around $85 to over $275 (if you have transfer credit). This evaluation report will translate your grades into US equivalencies.

We highly recommend you use one of the following for your credential evaluation:

If you are planning on using another provider, they must be endorsed by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). 

Note: If you are using WES and are from the Caribbean, CXC results need to be sent directly to WES from CXC (cxc.org)

What evaluation should I order?

• Document-by-document evaluation: students with only a high school transcript
• Course-by-course evaluation: students with a high school transcript AND advanced level work; advanced level work could include A-levels, CXC’s, CAPE exams, etc.
• Course-by-course evaluation: students with college/university work completed outside of the United States.

Exceptions:

• High School Transcripts from China and English Speaking Provinces of Canada do not need to be evaluated. Transcripts must be sent to umpi-admissions@maine.edu directly from the school. 

Step 3: English Language Proficiency

All international students are required to show proof of English language proficiency. There are several ways an international student can do this.

Option 1: Native English Speaker

If you are from one of the following countries, where English is considered a primary language, you will be considered proficient.  If you are from one of these countries, you MUST submit a copy of your passport as proof.

Option 2: Proficiency Through Testing

• TOEFL score of 79 Internet based & 550 paper based
• IELTS score of 6.5
• Pearson Test of English Score of 53
• Duolingo English Test score of 105

You may have your official scores sent to umpi-admissions@maine.edu directly from your school counselor or order a copy to be sent officially from the CollegeBoard or TOEFL/IELTS website.

UMPI Institution Code: 3008

Option 3: Proficiency Through Instruction In English

Meet either requirement:

• Your high school transcript clearly states that English is the language of instruction for all subjects. If studying in a 13-year system, academic records for grades 10–13 are required.
• You have studied in-person at a regionally accredited higher education institution within the U.S., Canada, or England for two or more years and not in an ESL track.

International Applicants Not In F-1 Status Only:

If you wish to attend UMPI in a visa/status category other than F-1, you should confirm with your immigration advisor that your current status permits you to 1) study and 2) if in a program that contains off campus internship, clinicals, field experience, etc that you have legal authorization to participate in those forms of employment with your current status. 

F-1 Applicants Only:

If you wish to attend UMPI in person with a F-1 Visa, please keep these deadlines in mind. If you are unable to meet these deadlines, you should contact admissions to request to defer to a later start term,

Deadlines to Submit Documents for I-20:

Fall 2024

Status	University Application Deadline	I-20 Request & Document Deadline*	Semester Begins
Canadian	August 15	August 15	September 3
Non-Canadian Freshman	July 15	July 15	September 3
Transfer w/o valid F-1 visa (ie. need a visa appointment)	July 15	July 15	September 3
Transfer w valid F-1 visa	August 15	August 15	September 3

*Note that due to SEVP guidelines, UMPI is unable to issue an I-20 to a student until they have full, unconditional admission into their program which means that they have completed the following by this deadline:

• Applied and were accepted into UMPI
• Paid their deposit fee to matriculate
• Submitted their final high school transcript to UMPI Admissions
• Submitted their Request an I-20 Form, Financial Affidavit Form, and attached relevant required documentation. 

Spring 2025

Status	University Application Deadline	I-20 Request & Document Deadline*	Semester Begins
Canadian	December 15	December 15	January 21
Non-Canadian Freshman	November 15	November 15	January 21
Transfer w/o valid F-1 visa (ie. need a visa appointment)	November 15	November 15	January 21
Transfer w valid F-1 visa	December 15	December 15	January 21

*Note that due to SEVP guidelines, UMPI is unable to issue an I-20 to a student until they have full, unconditional admission into their program which means that they have completed the following by this deadline:

• Applied and were accepted into UMPI
• Paid their deposit fee to matriculate
• Submitted their final high school transcript to UMPI Admissions
• Submitted their Request an I-20 Form, Financial Affidavit Form, and attached relevant required documentation. 

Fall 2025

Status	University Application Deadline	I-20 Request & Document Deadline*	Semester Begins
Canadian	August 15	August 15	September 2
Non-Canadian Freshman	July 15	July 15	September 2
Transfer w/o valid F-1 visa (ie. need a visa appointment)	July 15	July 15	September 2
Transfer w valid F-1 visa	August 15	August 15	September 2

*Note that due to SEVP guidelines, UMPI is unable to issue an I-20 to a student until they have full, unconditional admission into their program which means that they have completed the following by this deadline:

• Applied and were accepted into UMPI
• Paid their deposit fee to matriculate
• Submitted their final high school transcript to UMPI Admissions
• Submitted their Request an I-20 Form, Financial Affidavit Form, and attached relevant required documentation.

Teacher Certification – 3 simple steps:

1. Submit the UMaine System Application.
2. Provide official copies of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
3. Send 2 letters of recommendation.