University of Maine at Fort Kent

Nursing Programs

• $18,886 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
• $21,500 In-State Graduate Tuition*

• Program
  Format
  Tuition
  Score
• Accelerated BSN
  On-Campus Program
  $15,600 In-State Tuition
  4.3 Program Score
• Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner AGACNP - BSN to MSN
  Online Program
  $21,500 In-State Tuition
  4.4 Program Score
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP - BSN to MSN
  Online Program
  $21,500 In-State Tuition
  4.4 Program Score
• RN to BSN
  Online Program
  $9,858 In-State Tuition
  4.4 Program Score
• Traditional BSN
  On-Campus Program
  $31,200 In-State Tuition
  4.4 Program Score

University of Maine at Fort Kent, sometimes known as UMaine Fort Kent or UMFK, is a public university located in Fort Kent, Maine. It is the University of Maine System's northernmost campus and the institution serves as an intellectual hub for Mainers who speak French from all across the state as well as for Acadian and French American ancestry.

The UMFK nursing programs have excelled and evolved continuously over the years, built on a strong commitment to patient-centered care, which is at the heart of our mission. At UMFK, students are provided with the knowledge and skills they need to provide comprehensive, compassionate, and all-encompassing healthcare.

Nursing Programs at the UMFK

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Programs 

• Traditional BSN 
• Accelerated BSN 
• LPN to BSN 
• RN to BSN Online

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Programs

• Online BSN to MSN 
  • MSN: Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (A/GACNP)
  • MSN: Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
• RN to MSN Bridge: AGACNP & PMHNP

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Online

Nursing Studies at the UMFK

The University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK) offers a diverse range of nursing programs tailored to students at every stage of their nursing education journey. UMFK's comprehensive array of options is designed to meet educational and professional needs, whether students are beginning their nursing careers, advancing professionally, or transitioning from LPN or ADN to BSN.

Academic Emphasis

UMFK's nursing programs emphasize patient-centered care and holistic healthcare training. Combining rigorous academics with hands-on learning experiences, students acquire essential knowledge and skills crucial for success in the healthcare field.

Modes of Learning

• UMFK's entry-level bachelor's programs are exclusively offered on campus to facilitate necessary clinical training for nursing practice.
• RN to BSN and MSN programs are available fully online, offering flexibility for working professionals.
• The RN to MSN program is in-person learning pre-BSN level, and students transition to the online MSN portion beyond BSN studies.

Admissions

UMFK maintains small class sizes to provide personalized attention and support. Admission to the nursing programs is competitive, ensuring a dedicated and high-achieving student cohort committed to nursing excellence.

NCLEX Performance

The NCLEX Pass rate at the University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK) Nursing School  is 77%

Nursing Program Accreditation

The bachelor's and master's nursing programs at UMFK are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and approved by the Maine State Board of Nursing.