News and Announcements

As we prepare to open the ExplorEC Portal on Friday for summer applications, this announcement includes information regarding important changes and gentle reminders including; ExplorEC Application Processing Reminders Late, Missing, or Incomplete Applications Summer Eligibility Information Let’s Get Ready – College Access & Success Supports Support for ExplorEC ExplorEC application… Read More about Summer and Other Important Updates from UMS Early College

As Maine confronts a dire teacher workforce shortage that is challenging schools this fall, the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) has launched a free new Early College Pathways program that can give high school students a valuable head start acquiring college credits and attract and prepare the next generation… Read More about University of Maine at Farmington launches new Early College Pathways to help prepare the next generation of educators

The University of Maine System Success Center Are you an adult thinking about starting college or returning to complete your degree? Do you have questions or need help navigating University of Maine System programs and services including: exploring degree programs, admissions, financial aid, and more? The University of Maine System… Read More about Resource Spotlight for Adult Family and Friends Considering College

For students who qualify for Aspirations funding, all summer semester 2022 credits will count towards the 2022-2023 school year, regardless of course start date. This includes any courses in ExplorEC listed in the summer term. Students may enroll in summer classes if: They are entering their sophomore, junior, or senior… Read More about Starting with Summer of 2022

Early College Vaccine Requirement Information The University of Maine System will require COVID-19 vaccination of all students, including Early College students, engaged in courses that take place at a University campus. Students who verify their status or get their first shot toward full immunity by Aug. 20 will remain eligible… Read More about Early College Covid Vaccine Requirement

Enrollment in Early College has been steadily increasing over the past five years, but has increased significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic.This unexpected demand has nearly exhausted the $4 million (shared by The University of Maine System and Maine Community College System) the Maine Department of Education was appropriated to support… Read More about Early College Summer 2021 Enrollment Guidelines