About Us

The University of Maine at Augusta is the third largest and one of the fastest growing campuses within the University of Maine System. UMA offers courses and support services to commuter students of all ages from a wide variety of educational and cultural backgrounds.

UMA offers academic programs in the liberal arts, fine and performing arts, nursing and allied health, business, computer information, social services, and a variety of other areas. Students can earn certificates, associate degrees, and baccalaureate degrees, or may attend for personal growth and development. UMA is particularly committed to Maine's adult population, many of whom attend on a part-time basis. UMA offers a full array of courses and programs at centers and sites throughout the sixteen counties in the State of Maine.

The University of Maine at Augusta employs approximately 100 full-time faculty, 100 professional and technical staff, and approximately 100 support staff at its Bangor and Augusta campuses. In addition to UMA's full-time faculty, the University offers courses that are taught by a corps of dedicated part-time, adjunct faculty, many of whom are professionals employed elsewhere. UMA's part-time faculty are known for sharing their knowledge and expertise with UMA's highly motivated students.

UMA offers a competitive salary and fringe benefits package to eligible employees that includes tuition benefits for its employees and employees' dependents, and access to excellent health insurance and retirement benefits. Eligible staff enjoy twelve paid holidays, along with generous annual and disability leave. The University of Maine at Augusta campus is located adjacent to the Augusta Civic Center and Interstate I95. The Katz Library on the Augusta campus houses the UMA collection and is the network hub for the University's interactive television system. UMA Bangor is located adjacent to the Bangor International Airport and I95. The campus is located on the grounds of the former Dow Air Force Base. If you enjoy working with highly motivated people, would like to work in a pleasant environment and enjoy an excellent compensation package please consider the University of Maine at Augusta.

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Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide the people of Maine with the opportunity to obtain an accessible, affordable, supportive, high-quality college education.