UMaine Research
Global Impact • Local Relevance
research and development funding
of all university research in Maine
research and development expenditures
Research initiatives
University-wide initiatives transcend silos and campus organizations to advance global research and creative impact.
Maine’s R1 university
The University of Maine’s R1 status, a first among the state’s universities, places it among the top 187 universities nationwide. The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education awards the designation for reaching the highest possible tier of research expenditures and doctoral education. UMaine has held R1 status since 2022, and the classification was reaffirmed in 2025.
April 11-17, 2026
Maine Impact Week showcases how Maine’s research university contributes to the social and economic advancement of Maine and beyond.
The campus-wide effort features events hosted by groups from UMaine’s community, culminating with the UMaine Student Symposium. Maine Impact Week is led by the Office of the Vice President for Research and the Dean of the Graduate School.
Research and Development Plan
Research and Development Plan
Drives a comprehensive set of creative, knowledge-building, translational and community-engaged scholarship across the University of Maine System.
Teaching through Research
For Black Bears, research experience starts on day one. The global reach of UMaine’s research enterprise creates opportunities to pioneer powerful solutions and advance knowledge that makes a difference in the Pine Tree State and worldwide. Explore UMaine student research opportunities today!
