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There are countless options when it comes to continuing your education. But there's only one of you. You have your own learning style, background, job history, life commitments, and personal goals. You need a university that sees you as a unique individual and understands that when you choose to pursue higher education, the rest of your life doesn't stop.
University of Maryland Global Campus was founded more than 75 years ago specifically to serve the higher education needs of working adults and servicemembers just like you. UMGC’s online classes offer you the flexibility and convenience to study at your own pace, on your own time, while enabling you to make the personal connections that create a rewarding and enjoyable learning experience. Our dedicated faculty, staff, and advisors are here to ensure you have everything you need to achieve and become all that you envision.
In our 75 years of operation, we’ve helped hundreds of thousands of students succeed with their degree. As working adults, you've already had proven successes in your personal and professional life. At UMGC, we’ll help you succeed again.
Education for Working Adults
Going back to school is an important decision. At UMGC, we respect your time, so let's get right to it. Here's why we think we're the right university for you:
- When we say, "Global Campus," we mean it. UMGC offers online courses that you can access anywhere, and we have more than 175 classroom and service locations worldwide, including at military installations.
- Our 135+ degrees and certificates are designed to equip you with real-world skills. Courses in our undergraduate and graduate programs are taught by our faculty of experienced scholar-practitioners who are leaders in their fields.
- We offer a truly online learning experience. UMGC courses are designed from the ground up to be collaborative online learning experiences that prepare you for today's digital business environment. Plus, we've replaced nearly every textbook with no-cost digital course materials to allow you to study from anywhere and to help keep your education costs down.
- Your accomplishments and experience matter more to us than test scores. Our streamlined admissions process doesn't require the SAT®1 or GRE, and we offer multiple start dates throughout the year, so you can get started whenever you're ready. Plus, you can earn credit for what you already know.
- Serving the military is in our DNA. Sure, we know the ins and outs of Tuition Assistance and veterans benefits, but our commitment to you is so much more than that. We've been serving the armed forces since 1947, so we uniquely understand the challenges you face in earning your degree.
- As a student or alumni, you'll enjoy lifetime access to our career services and resources. We offer unwavering support at any stage of your career. Whether you need career support 10 days or 10 years after graduation, we are here for you. Current students also have access to no-cost tutoring services.
FAQs
Yes! At UMGC, we believe our students deserve credit for what they already know, and our generous transfer credit awards put that belief into action. As the #1 public university for transfer students, we understand their needs and know how to get them the most credit for past learning. We accept up to 45 transfer credits toward an associate degree and up to 70 community college credits and up to 90 total transfer credits toward a bachelor's degree. Graduate students can transfer up to 12 credits toward a master's degree or up to 6 credits toward a graduate certificate.
At UMGC, we've designed our online classes to fit into your life. Students typically don't have specific times they need to log in, so they can complete their coursework whenever works best for them. Learn more about how online learning works at UMGC.
At UMGC, our academic calendar includes multiple sessions each semester, all year round. Undergraduate sessions are 8 weeks, and graduate sessions are 11 to 12 weeks, depending on the program. Doctoral program sessions are 11 weeks.
UMGC is committed to keeping our tuition and fees as affordable as possible. Tuition is per credit and varies by program and military affiliation. Undergraduate programs and some graduate programs also have different tuition rates for in-state and out-of-state students. You can check the tuition rates for each program on the individual degree or certificate's webpage.
Yes. UMGC is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. In addition, several of our programs also carry specialized, industry-specific accreditations indicating those programs meet the requirements set by those professional associations.
Yes. At UMGC, you'll find a team dedicated to your success. Our success coaches can help you choose a program based on your goals, plan your schedule and classes, and keep you on track to complete your program. Plus we offer online tutoring, lifetime career services, Effective Writing Center, student organizations, honor societies, and more
No. UMGC has a streamlined admissions process and does not require standardized tests or other entrance exams for undergraduate admissions or graduate admissions.
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