University of Maine at Fort Kent
UMFK
Fort Kent, Maine 04743-1292
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
University of Maine at Fort Kent is a public rural institution in Fort Kent, Maine. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
A small campus of 638 undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
40% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,077 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,865.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Bengals
History & Fun Facts
- •The institution held its first classes on September 30, 1878.
- •In 1955 the name was changed to "Fort Kent Normal School" to more precisely reflect its location.
- •The name would change three more times, beginning in 1961 to become "Fort Kent State Teachers College" and then "Fort Kent State College".
- •^ "History of the University Archived 2013-04-24 at the Wayback Machine.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Regular Decision
Rolling
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Transfer Admission
International Students
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Financial Aid
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
79.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$12,778
Academics
Programs (33)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
65%
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
4
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from ME state average
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Visit Planning
Nearby Hotels
Plan Your Visit
Admission Office
Nearby Attractions
Fort Kent State Historic Sitewalkable
Historic blockhouse from the Aroostook War
Fish River Falls
Natural waterfall and scenic area
Lonesome Pine Trails
Cross-country skiing and mountain biking trails