University of Maine at Augusta

If you are considering submitting an application to UMA, the fee for the application costs $40.

UMA Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of UMA's admissions stats.

UMA 2022	Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Waitlist	No

University of Maine at Augusta Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Maine at Augusta.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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Want to Apply Early to UMA?

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UMA does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Maine at Augusta Admissions

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Transferring to University of Maine at Augusta

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to UMA

UMA has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does UMA Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at UMA

Wondering what factors are considered by UMA during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with UMA for more information on admission factors.

UMA Application Requirements

To apply to UMA, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with UMA's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement		√
Interview			√
Other Requirements			√	music audition
Transcript of High School Record			√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into UMA?

UMA has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

UMA considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

UMA is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

What is a Good SAT Score for UMA?

What is a Good ACT Score for UMA?

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More Information on Transferring to University of Maine at Augusta

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to UMA.

Transfer students can enroll in UMA during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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UMA Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to UMA?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to UMA.

Does UMA accept transfer credits?

✅ UMA accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. UMA accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

Does UMA accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ UMA does not accept International Baccalaureate credits but does accept Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to UMA?

✅ UMA is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is UMA's acceptance rate?

✅ UMA's acceptance rate is 98%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at UMA?

❌ UMA does not offer early decision.

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