University Advancement

Our Purpose

We champion UMA’s highest priorities by engaging and inspiring alumni, community members, corporations, foundations, and organizations. Through philanthropy we advance the mission of UMA. Together, we transform lives.

Why Give to UMA

For nearly six decades, UMA has provided access to high-quality distance and on-site education for students of every age and background. Today, we are committed to meeting students where they are with our cutting-edge programs that meet Maine’s workforce needs, backed by a liberal arts learning base that fuels curiosity, promotes agility and flexibility, and builds communications and critical thinking skills that are essential in today’s world. Philanthropy from supporters like you provides the margin of excellence that enhances and fuels UMA’s mission.

The UMA Difference

• We are champions of diversity by reaching students of every age, background, and location through our two campuses in Augusta and Bangor, statewide Centers reaching from Saco to East Millinocket and Rumford to Rockland, and our signature online offerings.
• We are the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to advance their education without uprooting their lives. Nearly 50% of our students are non-traditional learners who are returning to school after the age of 25, often juggling family and work responsibilities.
• We are a community partner that understands today’s workforce needs and is investing in the future of Maine’s people and our state. With 75% of our students accessing financial aid, we are making a college degree accessible and attainable for people of all economic backgrounds. Our students leave UMA with relevant skills today’s workforce, and the confidence, intellectual curiosity, and courage to become community leaders.

Learn more about UMA and our degree programs, and meet our president.

Give to UMA Today

Please join us in transforming lives by making a gift to UMA. We welcome a conversation to learn more about your philanthropic priorities and how they might align with UMA’s strategic vision. Please contact Erin Fogg, Vice President of Advancement and Alumni Relations, to learn more.

Give online to our unrestricted UMA Fund or many other scholarship and other funds.
Consider a planned gift to strengthen UMA today and in the future.

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