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University of Maine at Presque Isle For more than a century, the University of Maine at Presque Isle has been helping students find their path to great professional careers.

UMPI is an institution of opportunity where every student has the ability to thrive and succeed. The University specializes in personalized, hands-on learning and providing access to real-world career experience. A low student-to-teacher ratio and class sizes of 30 students or less, even in introductory-level courses, ensures lots of one-on-one interaction for each student. An invested, highly-motivated team of faculty and staff adds to the family-like atmosphere on campus. Located in pristine northern Maine just 15 minutes from the Canadian border, UMPI affords easy access to outdoor adventure, from hiking and mountain biking in the spring and fall, to skiing and snowmobiling in the winter. Historic Presque Isle offers the safety and security of a small town with walkable access to restaurants, the Braden movie theater, convenience shopping, and recreational pursuits. While high tuition rates have put many colleges and universities out of reach for an increasing number of our youth, UMPI remains committed to providing a high-quality education at an affordable cost. UMPI currently offers the most competitively-priced college education in the Northeast, with the average student debt upon graduating amounting to just $18,000. UMPI is one of the seven universities within the University of Maine System.

Homecoming 2026 was owl-mazing! 💙💛Thanks to everyone who joined us in painting the town Blue & Gold! It was wonderful to...
10/14/2026

Homecoming 2026 was owl-mazing! 💙💛

Thanks to everyone who joined us in painting the town Blue & Gold! It was wonderful to welcome our alumni, families, and friends back to campus for a weekend of celebrations, reunions, and Owl pride.

A special thank you to the UMPI Alumni Association for organizing the festivities and to everyone who helped make this year's Homecoming possible.

We loved seeing you all, and can't wait to do it again in 2027!

The Purple Pinkie Project returns to UMPI on Oct. 21! 💜 In partnership with the Presque Isle Rotary Club, UMPI's Student...
10/14/2026

The Purple Pinkie Project returns to UMPI on Oct. 21! 💜

In partnership with the Presque Isle Rotary Club, UMPI's Student Nursing Organization will be hosting the Purple Pinkie Project ahead of World Polio Day on Oct. 24.

A purple pinkie symbolizes one life saved from polio. Here's how you can participate:

📍Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Owl's Nest, with a drive-thru option at the Campus Center's circular driveway.

Donations will support Rotary International's polio eradication efforts, with just $1 more than covering the cost of a polio vaccine for one child.

Happy Train Your Brain Day! 🧠Can you unscramble these five UMPI campus building names? Let us know how many you solved i...
10/13/2026

Happy Train Your Brain Day! 🧠

Can you unscramble these five UMPI campus building names? Let us know how many you solved in the comments!

Here are the scrambled names shown in the graphic:

1. BLEPRE
2. SOMFOL
3. LUPLEN
4. SONEMER
5. TILGEEN

Today, we recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day, a time to honor the cultures, heritage, histories, and contributions of Ind...
10/12/2026

Today, we recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day, a time to honor the cultures, heritage, histories, and contributions of Indigenous peoples, while acknowledging the challenges Indigenous communities have faced and continue to face.

At UMPI, we recognize that our campus is located on the homelands of the Mi’kmaq and Maliseet nations, who are connected to the Passamaquoddy and Penobscot through kinship, alliances, and diplomacy. It is with great gratitude and humility that we share this land with those who have lived and worked on it from time immemorial.

In observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, UMPI will be closed on Monday, Oct. 12.

We're one week away from Neighborhood Books Maine's annual Literacy Teas! 📚☕Join us Saturday, Oct. 17, at UMPI's Campus ...
10/10/2026

We're one week away from Neighborhood Books Maine's annual Literacy Teas! 📚☕

Join us Saturday, Oct. 17, at UMPI's Campus Center for a day of books, tea, and giving back to our local community!

The Children's Literacy Tea begins at 10 a.m. and will feature children's book-themed tables, activities, and snacks. Ticket proceeds will help purchase books for local children in foster care.

The Adult Literacy Tea begins at 7 p.m. and will feature book-themed tables, with ticket proceeds supporting book purchases for MSAD 1's student book vending machines.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit Neighborhood Books Maine!

Today is World Mental Health Day. 💚Taking care of your mental health looks different for everyone. Whether you need some...
10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day. 💚

Taking care of your mental health looks different for everyone. Whether you need someone to talk to, help managing your coursework, or just a chance to unwind, we have resources at UMPI to help:

• Counseling Services & Uwill Teletherapy: Talk with a professional counselor (in person or via telehealth) and access free Uwill teletherapy plus wellness programming.

• Student Support Services: Coaching and support to help eligible students, including tutoring and academic, career, financial, and personal counseling as needed.

Tutoring (CIL): Subject tutoring and writing support available in person or online, with additional 24/7 virtual tutoring options.

• Student Activities: Low-pressure ways to connect and recharge (spa grab-and-gos, craft nights, dances, and more).

Remember to take care of yourself, and please make use of the resources available whenever you need them.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. In an emergency, call 911.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Unexpected Connections! We were happy to host UMPI students, local employers, an...
10/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Unexpected Connections!

We were happy to host UMPI students, local employers, and community professionals for an evening of networking and exploring opportunities.

A special thank you to Momentum Aroostook for all their work organizing, and the participating organizations for helping make it possible!

Happy World Post Day! 💌We're celebrating with a look back at these beautiful postcards featuring the UMPI campus (then c...
10/09/2026

Happy World Post Day! 💌

We're celebrating with a look back at these beautiful postcards featuring the UMPI campus (then called Aroostook State Normal School) in the early 1900s.

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181 Main Street
Presque Isle, ME
04769

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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