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Discover how our personalized, competency-based learning empowers you for success. Build on what you already know to earn a really affordable degree online at your pace.

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YourPace is a flexible, competency-based degree program with 8-week sessions and a flat tuition rate for students who must be 20 years old at the time of application

On-campus students also have the flexibility to take a variety of online courses in many of our programs.

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Here’s what you need to know about YourPace and how it works. Our program is designed for motivated adult learners and is built on a competency-based model that measures what students know and can prove they know, not how long they sit in a classroom. Get answers to common questions and more context about the program.

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100% Online Coursework

Access our digital platform anywhere you have internet and at any time that’s convenient for you.

Affordable Flat-Rate Tuition

Pay the same tuition each session regardless of course load.

Built-in Flexibility

Progress through courses at your own pace, graduate in as few as 12 months*

Unparalleled Support

Stay on track with with dedicated faculty and academic success coaches

*Time to completion varies by student and is based on several factors including prior college coursework, relevant work experience, amount of time dedicated to studying, and the number of courses completed each session.

What is Competency-Based Education?

CBE is a learner-first approach to education, allowing students to advance through course material as quickly as they can demonstrate proficiency of the academic content. Designed to leverage your previous knowledge, college coursework, and work experience, competency-based education enables you to earn your degree at your pace as you demonstrate mastery of relevant academic content.

Graduate Degree

UMPI’s expanding suite of master’s programs is designed to prepare professionals for leadership and innovation in today’s evolving global landscape. With a focus on adaptability and purposeful leadership, our programs empower students to foster long-term success across diverse industries and dynamic environments.

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Undergraduate Degrees

Advance your career with a flexible, high-quality degree designed for working adults. YourPace bachelor’s programs provide the skills and expertise needed to excel in today’s dynamic job market. With a focus on practical, real-world problem-solving and 21st-century competencies that employers value, you’ll gain the confidence to stand out and achieve your professional goals.

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Certificates

Take the next step in your career with our certificate offerings as well as coursework that leads to state certifications, in areas including Human Services, Gerontology, and Special Education. We also offer several certificates with University of Maine System partners, in topics ranging from Cannabis to AI in Education.

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Non-degree Option

Looking for credits to help meet a certification requirement or career goal but don’t need to earn a degree? Study in YourPace as a non-degree student.

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YourPace for International Students

We are excited to welcome international students to the YourPace program! Whether you are already living abroad or seeking a U.S. online degree from your home country, YourPace offers the flexibility and quality you need.

UMPI supports international applicants with:

100% online learning, accessible anywhere in the world
Affordable tuition with no out-of-state or international fees

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We measure progress, not time.

Complete courses at your pace and move on to the next in the same session. With 6 session starts a year, you can customize your workload and earn credits faster to fit your needs and busy schedule.

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Upcoming Session Dates

The Dates YourPace Students need to know

There are six opportunities throughout the year to begin our YourPace online program. Find the start date below that works best for you and apply before the application deadline. Please note, application and document deadlines are the same. UMPI must receive all documents including official transcripts by the document deadline to be considered. Transcripts can often take 10 or more business days from the request date to be received by UMPI, please plan accordingly.

Term	APP DEADLINE (4:00 PM ET)	DOCUMENT DEADLINE	CONFIRMATION DEADLINE (4:00 PM ET)	REGISTRATION DEADLINE	TUITION DEADLINE	CLASS START DATE	CLASS END DATE	Term Length
Spring 1	12/15/25	12/23/25	12/30/25	01/06/26	01/08/26	01/12/26	03/06/26	8 weeks
Spring 2	02/09/26	02/17/26	02/24/26	03/03/26	03/05/26	03/09/26	05/01/26	8 weeks
Summer 1	04/13/26	04/21/26	04/28/26	05/05/26	05/07/26	05/11/26	07/02/26	8 weeks
Summer 2	06/08/26	06/16/26	06/23/26	06/30/26	07/02/26	07/06/26	08/28/26	8 weeks
Fall 1	08/03/26	08/11/26	08/18/26	08/25/26	08/27/26	08/31/26	10/23/26	8 weeks
Fall 2	09/28/26	10/06/26	10/13/26	10/20/26	10/22/26	10/26/26	12/18/26	8 weeks

About the University of Maine at Presque Isle

For over a century, the University of Maine at Presque Isle has helped students find their path to great professional careers. We provide life-changing opportunities while serving as a cultural and educational resource for students and the community.