Interested in gaining technical expertise and hands-on experience in a future-focused career field while accelerating your journey to a bachelor's degree? OpenClassrooms is teaming up with University of Maryland Global Campus to offer online apprenticeship training programs to UMGC’s community of students. After you complete an OpenClassrooms apprenticeship program with an approved employer, UMGC may be able to accept up to 61 credits from the apprenticeship toward a bachelor’s degree, saving you up to two years of coursework and $20,000–$30,000 in tuition costs. Community college graduates can save even more. Kick-start your career today with this exciting new opportunity and explore your pathways to a bachelor's degree in a variety of high-demand fields!
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.
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Earn Credit for OpenClassrooms Courses
UMGC will award up to 61 transfer credits as follows to OpenClassrooms students and graduates who have completed one of the following apprenticeship programs. You can earn 3–6 credits for a pre-apprenticeship program and up to 55 credits for completing an apprenticeship, as outlined below.
You may be able to earn 3–6 credits for completing one of the following OpenClassrooms pre-apprenticeship programs. The completed programs can help you earn credit for UMGC courses that have been marked as equivalent to the experiences you've gained in the OpenClassrooms program.
Data Analyst:
- DATA 200
- DATA 116TR (3 Credits)**
IT Support Technician:
- CMIT 202
- CMIT 116TR (3 Credits)
Web Developer:
- CMST 385
- CMST 386
- CMST 316TR (3 Credits)
Complete the Application Developer Apprenticeship at OpenClassrooms and you could earn up to 55 credits at UMGC, which articulate to the following:
- 3 lower-level SDEV credits (labeled between SDEV 100–300)
- SDEV 360
- SDEV 460
- 3 credits earned at the "COMM 116TR" level
- 43 credits earned at the "CMST 116TR" level
Complete the Data Analyst Apprenticeship at OpenClassrooms and you could earn up to 55 credits at UMGC, which articulate to the following:
- DATA 200
- DATA 320
- 3 credits earned at the "DATA 116TR" level
- IFSM 330
- 3 credits earned at the "COMM 116TR" level
- 40 credits earned at the "CMST 116TR" level
Complete the Digital Marketer Apprenticeship at OpenClassrooms and you could earn up to 55 credits at UMGC, which articulate to the following:
- MRKT 311
- 3 credits earned at the "MRKT 316TR" level
- 3 credits earned at the "MRKT 116TR" level
- 9 credits earned at the "CMST 116TR" level
- 3 credits earned at the "COMM 116TR" level
- 34 credits earned at the "ELEC 116TR" level
Complete the Help Desk Technician Apprenticeship at OpenClassrooms and you could earn up to 55 credits at UMGC, which articulate to the following:
- CMIT 202
- IFSM 201
- SDEV 360
- SDEV 460
- 3 credits earned at the "COMM 116TR" level
- 40 credits earned at the "CMST 116TR" level
UMGC may accept up to 60 credits for an associate degree from a community college. In total, UMGC accepts up to 90 credits from all sources toward a bachelor’s degree. So, community college students with an associate degree may be able to complete a bachelor’s degree with only 30 credits at just under $10,000 with in-state tuition or just under $12,000 with the 25 percent discount on out-of-state tuition.
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.
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Register for an OpenClassrooms apprenticeship: Register for one of the OpenClassrooms apprenticeships that are described above on this page. Email apprenticeships@umgc.edu if you need any more information.
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Apply for admission to UMGC: Once you’ve completed an OpenClassrooms apprenticeship, submit UMGC’s online application for admission. It typically takes about 10 minutes. Be sure to select your employer or organization on the application form.
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Submit proof of attendance: You must submit proof of eligibility—such as an unofficial transcript—from OpenClassrooms that clearly states your name and the dates attended. E-mail copies of these items to cls@umgc.edu.
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Earn credit for your education and eligible experience: Submit your official transcripts from any previous institutions of higher education, including OpenClassrooms. Your transcripts from OpenClassrooms allow you to verify your eligibility for a tuition discount and earn transfer credit. You may continue to submit your OpenClassrooms transcripts as you complete courses for UMGC to evaluate transfer credit.
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Request Your Transcript: When you’re finished taking OpenClassrooms courses, or complete an apprenticeship, request your official transcript by logging into your OpenClassrooms account. For questions regarding this process, please contact OpenClassrooms.
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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.
FAQs: About OpenClassrooms Apprenticeships
Get answers to questions about the cost, flexibility, and curriculum of OpenClassrooms apprenticeships; the pathway and cost savings with a UMGC bachelor's degree; how to get involved as an employer; and more.
OpenClassrooms offers respected, flexible online apprenticeship programs in several high-demand industries, allowing you to acquire key skills in a flexible online learning environment. Unlike a traditional internship, an apprenticeship from OpenClassrooms prioritizes real experience, giving you the valuable opportunity to learn by doing. You’ll study in a hands-on learning environment by completing real-world projects and career-relevant assignments, all under the tutelage of professional mentors who bring their knowledge and expertise with them. You will also build a network of professional contacts, thanks to the active community of students that are completing their training alongside you.
If you apply for and are accepted to an OpenClassrooms apprenticeship program, you will incur no cost as the apprentice. Your employer provides you with compensation, equipment, and valuable benefits. All training costs are covered, thanks to a generous grant from the U.S. Department of Labor.
After you complete an OpenClassrooms apprenticeship program with an approved employer, UMGC may be able to accept up to 61 credits from the apprenticeship toward a bachelor’s degree, saving you up to two years of coursework and $20,000–$30,000 in tuition costs, depending on your in-state or out-of-state tuition rate classification.
Community college graduates can save even more by transferring more credit to UMGC from different sources. UMGC accepts a total of 90 transfer credits toward a bachelor's degree from all sources.
Apprenticeship graduates are also eligible for a discount of up to 25 percent on out-of-state (non-Maryland resident) tuition at UMGC. With this discount, you may be able to save more than $7,000 for your remaining bachelor's degree courses at UMGC if you are applying as an out-of-state resident.
If you apply to UMGC as a Maryland resident, you'll save even more on tuition thanks to our affordable in-state tuition rate.
Apply for an apprenticeship on the OpenClassrooms website. Once your application is approved, you’ll need to find your employer with help from your OpenClassrooms career placement team at no extra cost. If you’ve already found your employer, mention it on your application, and our team will take care of the rest.
UMGC representatives are also ready to help you sign up for an OpenClassrooms apprenticeship. Email apprenticeships@umgc.edu to find out more.
As an employer, you can benefit from this program by seeking out driven, hardworking candidates to take on projects and roles in your organization. To get involved or find out more, email apprenticeships@umgc.edu.
* 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.
** A course equivalent listed with “TR” (e.g., DATA 116TR or DATA 316TR) represents a non-direct equivalency in the specific discipline indicated. "116TR" signifies lower-level credit (100-299), and"316TR" signifies upper-level credit (300-499).