Each year UMA awards over a million dollars in scholarships!

Scholarships are financial awards which do not have to be repaid. Full-time and part-time UMA students have an opportunity to apply for a number of scholarships made available by the University of Maine at Augusta, the University of Maine System, and generous donations by organizations and individuals to UMA’s scholarship fund. To be eligible for the scholarships, students must annually file a FAFSA and meet federal eligibility requirements.

Explore our scholarships, specific qualifying criteria, application steps and submission deadlines.



University of Maine System scholarships

Explore University of Maine System scholarships, qualifying criteria, application steps and submission deadlines.

2022-23 Oldfield 4-H Scholarship

The University of Maine System is excited to announce a scholarship opportunity for students who have participated in 4-H.

The Irene Currier ’73 and Jeffrey J. Oldfield 4-H Scholarship and we are soliciting applications for the 2022-23 academic year. Because we consult with the Maine 4-H Foundation they would like to offer a scholarship opportunity to all University of Maine students that have been active in 4-H.

How can I apply?

The University of Maine System offers Osher New Beginnings Scholarships to encourage Maine people of all ages to try college.

Osher New Beginnings Scholarship can cover one course, including books and required materials.

Who’s Eligible?

You may qualify for an Osher New Beginnings Scholarship if you:

  • are a Maine resident,
  • have earned a high school diploma or equivalent,
  • are a first time student or have not attended college in at least three years,
  • have 30 or fewer credit hours,
  • will commit to completing a college course.

Where Can I Take Courses?

Courses are available at all Campuses, Centers, and Online.

How Can I Apply?

Students must meet with and be approved by an Advisor/Student services Coordinator in their service area. Interested students must complete the Osher New Beginnings Scholarship request form (pdf).

This is available to currently practicing, certified Maine K-12 teachers in the areas of mathematics, science or foreign language.

Learn more at Maine.edu

The University of Maine System Board of Trustees and State Legislature have established a number of different tuition and fee waiver programs for the benefit of students attending a university. If a student meets certain criteria, that student may qualify for reduced university tuition and, in some cases, fees.

Learn more at Maine.edu


We’re here to help.

Web: Find the latest student-specific information on MaineStreet.
Email us at: UMAFA@MAINE.EDU

Augusta Campus:

Phone: (207) 621-3412 or in-state toll-free 1-877-862-1234
In person: The Office of Financial Aid is located on the second floor of the Randall Student Center. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.

Bangor Campus:

Phone: 207.262.7800; Fax: 207.262.7801
In Person: Stop by the Admissions Office in Lewiston Hall, 65 Texas Avenue. Bangor office hours are 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.

UMA Centers:

Contact your Student Service Coordinator


General Scholarship Information

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