University of Maine at Presque Isle
UMPI
Presque Isle, Maine 04769-2888
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — close-knit campus
University of Maine at Presque Isle is a public rural institution in Presque Isle, Maine. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
A small campus of 1.4K undergraduates with a 28:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
38% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $40,956 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,028.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Owls and
History & Fun Facts
- •UMPI's wind turbine began generating clean energy in late spring 2009 after the university reached an agreement with general contractor Lumus Construction Inc.
- •This agreement established UMPI as the first college or university in the state and one of only a handful in New England to install a midsize wind turbine, according to officials.
- •In January 2015, officials from the Foundation of the University of Maine at Presque Isle announced their completion of efforts to completely divest from all fossil fuels on campus.
- •This effort began in fall 2013 and ended in November 2014.
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
75.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$8,275
Academics
Programs (32)
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
73%
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
7
Peer Average
13
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
Aroostook State Park
Maine's first state park with hiking, camping, and Quaggy Jo Mountain
Nordic Heritage Center
Cross-country skiing and mountain biking center
Downtown Presque Islewalkable
Small downtown area with local shops and restaurants