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.
Option 1: Earn an MS in Data Analytics
If you are an eligible ManTech employee, you can earn a Master of Science in data analytics in just three years —at no cost to you.
The courses covered and the schedule for this program is as follows:
Year 1
- Tuition: $5,760
- Courses:
- UCSP 615
- DATA 605
- DATA 615
- DATA 625
DATA 635
Graduate certificate achieved at the completion of the above courses: Business Analytics
- Credits: 12
- Credential Earned: Graduate Certificate: Foundations in Business Analytics
Year 2
- Tuition: $5,760
- Courses:
- DATA 645
- DATA 690
- Elective 1
- Elective 2
- Credits: 12
Year 3
- Tuition: $5,760
- Courses:
- Elective 3
Elective 4
Possible graduate certificate achieved at completion of all 4 elective courses. ManTech will cover the cost of courses approved in the Machine Learning/AI, cybersecurity technology, and cybersecurity management and policy electives. Special permission is required to take electives in other concentrations.
Degree achieved: Master of Science in Data Analytics
- Credits: 6
- Credential Earned: Master of Science: Data Analytics
One of the many benefits of participation in this program is the "no cost to the student" philosophy. All tuition costs will be billed to ManTech directly and payments will be made directly from ManTech to UMGC. This requires the student to complete the degree program in three calendar years, at the pace described in the table above. Please contact Stephanie Flory at ManTech with questions about program costs or schedule.
Please note: Additional or different courses are not covered under this program, and ManTech will only cover 12 credits per year. Please consult ManTech's tuition assistance policy, and the MS Data Analytics FAQ found on the MTU inside page for more information.
Students may sometimes incur fees unrelated to their tuition. View a complete list of fees by term.
To be eligible for this program, you must be
- A full-time ManTech employee
- Eligible for the ManTech Tuition Assistance program
- Pursuing a Master of Science degree in Data Analytics at UMGC
To be admitted to the program, you must meet the standard criteria for graduate admission at UMGC and provide one of the following:
- An official transcript reflecting completion of coursework at the 200-level or higher in statistics and computer programming from a regionally accredited college or university with a minimum grade of B (credit from other accredited institutions may be considered on a case-by-case basis)
- Proof of industry certification, such as IBM certification in Cognos, Risk Analytics, SPSS, SAS certification, Microsoft certification, Certified Analytics Professional, Certified Business Intelligence Professional, or Certified Health Data Analyst
Please note: The complete admission file must be reviewed before you can enroll in DATA 610.
Direct Billing for MS in Data Analytics Students: If you enroll, you must complete the Authorization for Invoicing form, located here. Until it is submitted, you will be responsible for any invoices issued.
Option 2: Receive a Tuition Discount of Up to 25%
If you are not interested in the MS in Data Analytics pathway, you can apply to UMGC and receive an up to 25 percent discount on out-of-state tuition for most programs. To take this pathway, you must complete the steps to get started.
Depending on the program of study you select, you can choose to take courses that align with DoD 8570 certification exams.
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 active-duty military servicemembers, their spouses, or dependents.
DoD 8570 Certification Courses
Department of Defense Directive 8570 (DoD 8570) requires all DoD employees who conduct information assurance functions to carry an approved certification specific to their job classification. UMGC's undergraduate courses in the computer networks and cybersecurity program are designed to help prepare students for specific DoD 8570 certification exams.
| DoD Certification | Exam Number | UMGC Course |
| CompTIA A+ | 220-701; 220-702 | CMIT 202 |
| CompTIA Network+ | N10-004 | CMIT 265 |
| CompTIA Security+ | SYO-201 | CMIT 320 |
| (ISC)2 Certified Information Systems Securities Professional (CISSP) | CMIT 425 | |
| EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) | CMIT 321 | |
| CERT Computer Security Incident Handler (CSIH) | CMIT 460 |
As you’re pursuing these certifications, you may be able to get a discount by purchasing an exam voucher using your UMGC e-mail address.
If you already hold the above DoD 8570 or other IT certifications, you may be able to satisfy certain program prerequisites and earn credit toward a UMGC degree.
Get Started & Register
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
Complete a tuition benefits verification form: Complete an employment/membership 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.
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.
* 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.