Founded in 1865, The University of Maine is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium-sized town of Orono (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Maine.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, The University of Maine (UMAINE) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. The University of Maine (UMAINE) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 155 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 90-100% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 