Apply for or Manage Classes with the ExplorEC Portal

Logo for ExplorEC Portal. Link to ExplorEC Portal (External Site)

To apply for Early College courses at Maine’s Public Universities you will need to create an account on the ExplorEC Portal at explorec.maine.edu (External Site). ExplorEC is designed to make it easier for students to sign up for Early College classes at all seven of Maine’s Public Universities.

Some highlights include:

  • No paper forms
  • Students will start the process online with parent approval
  • High school counselors will review and approve student applications
  • Electronic signatures will be accepted
  • Transcripts not required (though may be requested in some circumstances)
  • Once students have an account in the system their information will be saved for future applications

Training Materials:

Additional Resources:

Early College Enrollment Checklist for Students

Frequently Asked Questions About ExplorEC: