UMaine Early College

UMaine Early College Designed to offer high school students reduced or free tuition toward University of Maine college courses. Get a head start now!

The first early-college, distance education program in Maine, the University of Maine Academ-e Program offers courses for university credit to Maine high school juniors & seniors through internet-based "online" technologies. Academ-e consists of courses representing five broad areas: mathematics, sciences, arts, humanities and social sciences. Through nominations by high school principals, guidanc

e counselors and teachers, all Maine high schools are eligible to have students enroll in the Academ-e on a first-come, first-served basis. Academ-e courses will carry University of Maine credit and students will establish a UMaine transcript enabling them to apply their credit hours to a UMaine degree program or to other colleges and universities into which they will eventually matriculate. It is expected that students will receive dual credits (i.e., both high school and university credit). Courses are offered in an asynchronous online environment and consequently are not dictated by pre-set University or high school schedules. Students study and learn in a location and time of their choosing (e.g., school, home, library, UMS campus, etc.) that allows access to the internet based courses any time during the day, evenings or weekends. Courses are also designed to ensure adequate student and faculty interaction while accommodating students’ schedules and personal circumstances.

Important Reminder for Summer and Fall UMaine Early College Applications! Make sure to check in and have high school cou...
06/04/2026

Important Reminder for Summer and Fall UMaine Early College Applications!

Make sure to check in and have high school counselor approvals submitted before summer vacations begin! This helps to ensure that high school counselors have time to approve your application(s) and that course seats will still be available.

All approvals and required prerequisite materials must be submitted a week before a course start date in order to meet the application deadline.

Learn more about our summer and fall course offerings below
umaine.edu/earlycollege

Apply at
explorec.maine.edu

Questions?
[email protected]

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Get to know our University of Maine Early College Team! Adam WeyenethEarly College Enrollment and Data CoordinatorPronou...
06/02/2026

Get to know our University of Maine Early College Team!

Adam Weyeneth
Early College Enrollment and Data Coordinator
Pronouns: He, Him, His

Adam joined the UMaine Early College team in 2023. He is an alumni of the University of Maine at Presque Isle and is currently continuing his postgraduate education at the University of Maine. In his role, he handles enrollment applications, reports on student success, and processes student billing. He hopes to help high school students take advantage of the Early College opportunity, as he was able to take advantage of this opportunity while in high school.

Outside of work, Adam enjoys outdoor activities. He is most active during the winter, when he is able to go downhill skiing and snowshoeing. His love of winter and snow sports stems from growing up in Northern Maine.

Contact Information:
[email protected]
207.581.8024

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Happy Pride Month! Celebrating and supporting our LGBTQ+ community today and everyday! Image Description: Pride flags on...
06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month!

Celebrating and supporting our LGBTQ+ community today and everyday!

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Get to know our University of Maine Early College Team! Seth OrdwayEarly College AdvisorPronouns: He, Him, HisSeth joine...
05/28/2026

Get to know our University of Maine Early College Team!

Seth Ordway
Early College Advisor
Pronouns: He, Him, His

Seth joined the UMaine Early College team in 2021 and is an alumni of the University of Maine, graduating with a B.S. in Secondary Education in 2020 and a M.Ed. in 2024. As someone who benefited from taking college courses while in high school, he feels inspired to make sure students understand how they can benefit by following this path themselves.

In his personal time, Seth loves to be outside. He travels around the state to go hiking whenever he can and has an interest in learning more about and studying Maine forests.

Contact Information:
[email protected]
207.581.8024

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Apply Now! UMaine Early College Fall CoursesLearn more about our fall course offerings belowumaine.edu/earlycollege/fall...
05/26/2026

Apply Now!
UMaine Early College Fall Courses

Learn more about our fall course offerings below
umaine.edu/earlycollege/fall-courses

Apply at
explorec.maine.edu

Questions?
[email protected]

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This Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. The ...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

The University of Maine Early College office will reopen on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

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Apply Now! INT 193 Introduction to Career Exploration and DevelopmentTwo Credits7/6/26–8/21/26An experiential course des...
05/21/2026

Apply Now!
INT 193 Introduction to Career Exploration and Development
Two Credits
7/6/26–8/21/26

An experiential course designed to assist students with exploring and identifying career interests and goals through the utilization of a structured career development process.

Apply at
explorec.maine.edu

Questions?
[email protected]

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Apply Now! MAT 122 Pre-CalculusFour Credits7/6/26 – 8/21/26Designed as a transitional course between high school algebra...
05/19/2026

Apply Now!
MAT 122 Pre-Calculus
Four Credits
7/6/26 – 8/21/26

Designed as a transitional course between high school algebra and college mathematics, particularly calculus. Topics include a detailed study of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, stressing ideas needed by those who will take calculus.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT 111, or no grade record in MAT 111 and a passing score on the Math Placement Exam. Take the Math Placement Exam if you haven't taken College Algebra. Once you have applied you will be sent the Math Placement Exam and will have three attempts to complete this with a passing score. You must meet the prerequisite to be enrolled in this course.

Apply at
explorec.maine.edu/

Questions?
[email protected]

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Get to know our University of Maine Early College Team! Allison DrinkwaterEarly College Program CoordinatorPronouns: she...
05/18/2026

Get to know our University of Maine Early College Team!

Allison Drinkwater
Early College Program Coordinator
Pronouns: she, her, hers

Allison has been working with the UMaine Early College team since 2020 and truly understands the importance of this program for students in rural Maine communities, having grown up in Midcoast Maine herself. Allison is passionate about creating strong partnerships with local schools, parents, and students through outreach and community engagement.

Allison graduated from New York University before moving back to Belfast, Maine after college. She grew up lobstering with her father, so having time on or in the ocean is Allison's favorite way to recharge! She also loves to garden with her family!

Contact Information:
[email protected]
207.581.8024

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Free Tutoring for UMaine Early College Students! NetTutor is an online tutoring service we provide for free to Early Col...
05/18/2026

Free Tutoring for UMaine Early College Students!

NetTutor is an online tutoring service we provide for free to Early College students. You can log on for 1-on-1 video tutoring, submit a simple question, or get a paper reviewed. Available 24 hours a day/7 days a week.

Learn more about NetTutor below
maine.edu/early-college/nettutor

Questions?
[email protected]

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University Of Maine/435 Estabrooke Hall
Orono, ME
04469

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

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