Prospective Students

Incoming First-Year Students

All first-year students who apply to the University of Maine by the early action deadline will be automatically considered for the Honors College. Applicants who meet the Honors criteria will be sent an invitation to join us for the upcoming fall semester. Invitations may be extended after the early action deadline as Honors College capacity allows. 

We strongly encourage any student who does not receive an automatic invitation to submit an application using the button below. The application deadline is April 15.

First-Year Application

Transfer Students

The Honors College offers transfer students the same benefits as first-year students, including Honors leadership roles, Honors housing options, and the opportunity to create an individualized Honors project with your chosen faculty mentor. 

Current University of Maine students and students transferring from another institution are encouraged to apply using the Honors College transfer application available below. If admitted, your Honors College advisor will work with you to incorporate the Honors curriculum into your class schedule.

Transfer Application

Watch this video to hear more about why Hannah and Jason decided to join the Honors College!

Connect with us!

Schedule a Tour

Come visit us in Colvin Hall! We would love to meet with you to answer any questions you might have and give you a tour of our Honors spaces. 

Ask Honors Anything

Join the dean, Honors College staff, and current Honors students for a virtual Q&A session to answer your questions about the Honors College and life at UMaine!

Open Houses & Accepted Student Days

Members of the Honors College are always present at Open Houses and Accepted Student Day events! Check the UMaine Admissions page for dates and more information.

Connect with an Honors College Ambassador

If you are interested in learning more about Honors from one of our current students, we encourage you to reach out to one of our Honors College Ambassadors!