Established in 1961, the Northern Maine Community College enrolls 2,000 students annually through more than 30 programs. The college facilities include a library and a health center. It has a continuing education department. Campus housing options are available for students, including a residence hall, apartments, suite-style residences and dining facility. The policy of the college is not to discriminate on the basis of sex, creed, color, race, age, national origin, marital status or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.