The University of Maine
Founded in 1865, The University of Maine is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Orono (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Maine. Officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, The University of Maine (UMAINE) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. The University of Maine (UMAINE) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 158-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UMAINE also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.