Prospective Students
Incoming First-Year Students
All first-year students who apply to the University of Maine 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.
We strongly encourage any student who does not receive an automatic invitation to submit an application using the button below.
All first-year applicants who have been invited to the Honors College must RSVP “Yes” to our invitation and pay their University of Maine confirmation deposit by May 1st to confirm their spot in the Honors College.
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. If admitted, your Honors College advisor will work with you to incorporate the Honors curriculum into your class schedule.
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.
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 Ambassadors!
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!