University of Maine: what international applicants need

What are University of Maine's application deadlines for 2026–27?

University of Maine has one application deadline for 2026–27: Early Action on December 1, 2026. It also admits on a rolling basis.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is University of Maine's acceptance rate?

96.6% for students who started in fall 2024: University of Maine admitted 13,572 of its 14,044 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does University of Maine require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. University of Maine is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (December 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is November 7, 2026: scores on November 20, 2026, registration by October 23, 2026 (late registration October 27, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is University of Maine's application fee for international students?

University of Maine charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does University of Maine accept?

University of Maine lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, and PTE Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does University of Maine accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests University of Maine accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does University of Maine require?

University of Maine doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does University of Maine require the Common App personal essay?

No. University of Maine doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does University of Maine have?

193 of University of Maine's 9,601 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 2%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does University of Maine cost for international students?

University of Maine is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $36,756 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $13,326). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $13,410. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $53,436 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does University of Maine give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, University of Maine gave institutional scholarships or grants to 137 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25