funding in 2021. The university encourages undergraduates to apply for $1,200 fellowships to help fund their research endeavors. Home to Maine’s only Division I athletics program, there is plenty of pride for the Black Bears. In addition to the more than 200 organizations, students take advantage of the 15 miles of running, biking and cross-country skiing trails on campus and countless recreational activities. Consideration for scholarships places an emphasis on high school GPA and the rigor of completed courses, and these awards can range up to full tuition. Residents from other New England states also qualify for lower tuition.