Get Started for Graduate Students

Get Ready. Get Set. Get Started.

Congratulations on taking the first step on your academic journey! Get off on the right foot with these tools, resources, and strategies that will help you not only prepare for your first class but also develop the study habits that will carry you through your entire degree program. And if you run into questions along the way, just call on your team for help.

GET ORGANIZED

Order your books and course materials, if needed.
Set up a study space.
Log in to your classroom one week before class starts and follow your faculty member's instructions.

See the complete list of all suggested to-do items.

EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS

Check out all the ways you can finance your studies—from financial aid to an interest-free monthly payment plan.

See Your UMGC Team for contacts who can help you determine your best path.