Farmington is Maine's small liberal arts college, and it's legitimately solid for what it is—affordable, personal, and focused on teacher training and business. Professors know you, class sizes matter, and you'll graduate debt-light compared to private colleges. The Maine woods setting appeals to outdoorsy types; it's isolation or paradise depending on your philosophy.
The student body is regional and practical. You're not competing with trust-fund kids or dealing with heavy party culture. People are genuinely friendly, though the social scene is small—everyone knows everyone's business by sophomore year.
Farmington works if you're training for teaching or want a rural, affordable liberal arts experience. It's overlooked compared to better-known Maine schools and that undervaluation makes it a bargain. Pass if you need urban amenities or want a less isolated campus community.