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University of Maine at Fort Kent

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Fort Kent, Maine 04743-1292

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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Health sciencesTight-knitRural

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.

Established
1878
Mascot
Bengal tiger
Type
Public college

Plan Your Visit

99%Acceptance
SAT Avg
638Students
19:1Student:Faculty
40%Grad Rate
$51,077Earnings 10yr
$10,865Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate99.1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions

Test-RequiredTracks InterestOn-Campus Interviews

Application Platforms

University of Maine System Application

Regular Decision

Rolling

Financial Aid

Merit Scholarships

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$9,045
Tuition (out-of-state)$14,325
Room & Board$8,740
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$18,532
Average Net Price$10,865
Median Debt at Graduation$20,160
Monthly Payment (10yr)$214

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$6,655
$30–48K$9,350
$48–75K$11,580
$75–110K$14,945
$110K+$15,699

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

79.0%

Median Debt at Grad

$12,778

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

4

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Academics

Semester
Majors
28
Avg class size
12
Student-faculty ratio
11:1

Programs (33)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

65%

Below Average

Campus Life

USCAAUnited States Collegiate Athletic AssociationGreek Life

Housing & Residential Life

Available for all students

Housing Styles

Traditional residence hallsApartment-style housing

Dining

Student Body

Undergrads
638
Gender Split
74% / 26%
Women / Men
First Generation
43%
Pell Grant Recipients
14%

Race & Ethnicity

White 67%
Black 8%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 1%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 11%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate39.8%
Freshman Retention65.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$61,217
10 Years$51,077

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Bengals

Sports includeSoccer

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

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

98Average

Estimated from ME state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 60"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675K
359 mi(622 min)
New Yorkpop. 8.3M
526 mi(912 min)
Philadelphiapop. 1.6M
602 mi(1043 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

PWM Portland Jetport263 mi
BTV Burlington292 mi
MHT Manchester-Boston329 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA359 mi · ~10h 22m drive
New York, NY526 mi · ~15h 12m drive
Hartford, CT429 mi · ~12h 24m drive
Providence, RI400 mi · ~11h 33m drive
Albany, NY406 mi · ~11h 44m drive
Syracuse, NY469 mi · ~13h 33m drive
Rochester, NY522 mi · ~15h 5m drive
Buffalo, NY585 mi · ~16h 54m drive
Philadelphia, PA602 mi · ~17h 23m drive
Pittsburgh, PA737 mi · ~21h 17m drive
Harrisburg, PA635 mi · ~18h 21m drive
Newark, NJ528 mi · ~15h 15m drive
Trenton, NJ574 mi · ~16h 35m drive
Northern (cold winters, cool summers)

Visit Planning

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

Transfer Admission

Minimum credits
12 semester hours

International Students

Deadline Calendar

University of Maine at Fort Kent Application Checklist

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