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2026-27 cyclePortland, ME
University of Southern Maine
The University of Southern Maine is a public university with campuses in Portland, Gorham, and Lewiston, Maine. It offers a broad array of undergraduate and graduate programs with an emphasis on hands-on learning, internship opportunities, and community engagement in the greater Portland region.
Acceptance rate
79%
Undergrad enrollment
5,616
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
Free
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early ActionEarly Action Deadline | December 1, 2026 |
| Financial AidPriority FAFSA Deadline | January 15, 2027 |
| ScholarshipAcademic Merit Scholarship Deadline | February 1, 2027 |
| Regular DecisionFinal Fall Application Deadline (Rolling) | August 15, 2027 |
| TransferTransfer Fall Final Application Deadline | August 15, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
No supplemental essays required
University of Southern Maine does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.
Data gathered August 2026.