University of Maryland University College / UMUC Online

Continue your education with a degree from University of Maryland University College / UMUC Online.

A pioneer in adult and distance learning, University of Maryland University College (UMUC) offered its first distance education course 30 years ago. Today, more than 70,000 men and women on six continents are pursuing their education goals at UMUC.

Program Listings:

Art & Design

Business

Education/Teaching

Healthcare

Human Services

Liberal Arts

Science & Math

Technology

Accreditation

Accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and certified by the State Council for Higher Education in Virginia. UMUC is a constituent institution of the University System of Maryland.

School Facts

Institutional Accrediting Agency Agency that determines the quality of education and training for an institution of higher education.
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Address Physical location of institution's main/corporate office or headquarters.
3501 University Blvd. East
Adelphi MD 20783

Calendar Type When you can enroll in/take classes.
Continuous enrollment. Contact an enrollment specialist for start dates.

Credit-earning Options Does the school accept transfer credits or other approved credits?
Students may transfer up to 90 semester hours of credit from a four-year regionally accredited college or university. UMUC may also accept transfer credits from military and other non-traditional sources.

Delivery Format Is learning completed entirely online, and are there any special teaching methods?
Many programs can be completed entirely online so you can attend class when it is convenient for you from anywhere in the world. Daytime, evening, and weekend classes are available at several locations in the Washington, D.C., metro area.

Technical Requirements Required hardware/software that you'll need in order to run the course software.
Netscape Navigator Communicator (version 7.0 or higher) or Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or higher), connection to the Internet, and an e-mail account.

Geographic Restrictions Can you take the programs anywhere?
Contact an enrollment specialist for details on admission.

Scholarships Offered Does the institution offer any direct grants or scholarships?
Scholarship opportunities available. Please contact an enrollment specialist for details.

Loans Offered The types of loans can you make use of to help fund your education.
Loans may be available. Applicants may apply by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). UMUC FAFSA Code: 011644.