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International Public Safety Association Members: Save on Tuition

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AT A GLANCE
  • Up to 25% Discount
    on Out-of-State Tuition
  • $50 Savings
    with App Fee Waiver
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Now your education is more affordable than ever.

If you're an International Public Safety Association (IPSA) member, or the spouse or legal dependent of a member, you can save up to 25 percent on out-of-state tuition for most programs at University of Maryland Global Campus, thanks to our alliance with IPSA. Plus, new students can save $50 when they apply to UMGC with our application fee waiver.

The discount applies to more than 75 degrees, certificates, and specializations, with just a few exclusions.* Available programs cover a wide range of in-demand disciplines such as cybersecurity, public safety executive leadership, information technology, criminal justice, and business. Plus, you can complete almost any UMGC program entirely online.

Explore Our Alliance

Through this alliance, you will have access to the following benefits:

  • Online degree programs in some of today's most in-demand fields
  • A tuition discount that allows you to complete your degree program at a substantial savings
  • A career-focused curriculum you can complete entirely online
  • Enrollment support, including a virtual, streamlined admissions process that does not require the SAT®1 or GRE
  • A full suite of student services, including tutoring and mentoring
  • Flexible transfer credit policies so you can earn your degree faster

Tuition Discount Details

This discount will be applied to out-of-state tuition for eligible students in most programs.* This discount cannot be combined with certain scholarships or discount programs, including the Maryland Completion Scholarship, the Military New Graduate Student Savings Program, the Alumni Succeed Again Scholarship, and the discount for out-of-state community college alliances. Discounted tuition rates may not fall below the standard in-state rate or any special tuition rate offered to eligible activity-duty military servicemembers, their spouses, or dependents.

Public Safety Executive Leadership Program

Developed to equip you with the most current tools and methods necessary to become a leader in the field, this undergraduate certificate program consists of the following six online courses (18 credits total) that can be immediately transferred toward a UMGC bachelor's degree in public safety administration, homeland security, or criminal justice:

  • (3 Credits, PSAD 304)
  • (3 Credits, PSAD 306)
  • (3 Credits, PSAD 408)
  • (3 Credits, PSAD 410)
  • (3 Credits, PSAD 414)
  • (3 Credits, PSAD 416)
 

Boost Your Career Potential

Choose from a variety of career-focused online degree programs in these subject areas.

Business & Management
Gain skills in accounting, business administration, finance, human resources, marketing, and more.
Healthcare & Science
Join our accredited Nursing for Registered Nurses program or career-focused programs in healthcare, biotechnology, or environmental management.
Cybersecurity
Protect data, study cyber threats, and take advantage of a program that can help you earn valuable industry certifications.
IT & Computer Science
Learn how to plan, design, and integrate IT systems technology, software, and more.
Liberal Arts & Communication
Expand your knowledge of history and the humanities. Build skills in communication, English, graphic design, and more.
Public Safety
Build a strong foundation in public service fields such as criminal justice, homeland security, investigative forensics, and legal studies.

Get Started and Register

It’s easy to get started. Whether you're focused on advancing your career or continuing your education, UMGC offers the ideal program to help you reach your goal.

1

Apply for admission to UMGC: Complete the online application for admission. It typically takes about 10 minutes. Be sure to select your employer or organization on the application form.

2

Verify your affiliation/membership: Complete a tuition benefits verification form for each term that you plan to enroll in courses. Be sure to fill out the proper form. UMGC has a separate verification form for employees/members and spouses/dependents.

If your organization is not currently a participating agency or association, please contact Jim Deater at james.deater@umgc.edu for potential partnership or contract training opportunities.

3

Earn credit for your education and eligible experience: Submit your official transcripts from any previous institutions of higher education.

4

Register for classes: Once you're admitted to UMGC, you will receive a student ID (EmplID) so you can register for courses online. Check the schedule of classes to view courses, and then register for classes online using the MyUMGC Student Portal.

About UMGC

We were founded more than 75 years ago specifically to serve the higher education needs of working adults and servicemembers. Today, we continue our global tradition with online and hybrid courses, more than 175 classroom and service locations worldwide, and more than 135 degrees and certificates backed by the reputation of a state university and the University System of Maryland.

Contact Us

Get all of the information you need to begin your undergraduate or graduate program at University of Maryland Global Campus. Please complete and submit the form below. Complete this form to have an advisor contact you.

Personal Information

By submitting this form, you acknowledge that you intend to sign this form electronically and that your electronic signature is the equivalent of a handwritten signature, with all the same legal and binding effect. You are giving your express written consent without obligation for UMGC to contact you regarding our educational programs and services using e-mail, phone, or text, including automated technology for calls and/or texts to the mobile number(s) provided. For more details, including how to opt out, read our privacy policy or contact an admissions advisor.

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* The tuition discount will not be applied to the following graduate programs and related courses: Master of Business Administration; Master of Science in data analytics; Master of Science in digital forensics and cyber investigation; Master of Science in cybersecurity management and policy; Master of Science in cybersecurity technology; graduate certificates in business analytics, cybersecurity management and policy, cybersecurity technology, and digital forensics and cyber investigation; all doctoral programs; and select legacy programs. The tuition discount will apply beginning in the term in which you notify UMGC of your eligibility. Tuition discounts will not be applied to previous terms.

Additional discounts may be available for Federal employees and their spouses and eligible dependents. Undergraduate and standard graduate program tuition for students who meet the criteria for Maryland residency will be the applicable in-state rate. Tuition for active-duty military; members of the Selected Reserves, National Guard, and the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; and the spouses and dependents of these student groups will be the applicable military or specialty rate. If you are a student using Post 9/11 benefits, please contact an advisor at 800-939-8682 to determine if you can apply both benefits.

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