Shady Grove
Classes and Services
University of Maryland University College (UMUC) offers classes and services at the Universities at Shady Grove (USG). This location serves transfer students from Montgomery College and local military and civilian students who need advising or other student services. This site is conveniently located near I-270. It can also be reached by Ride-On-Bus #43 from the Shady Grove Metro Station.
Guide to Finding Classes
*Be sure to sort the schedule of classes by location:
- Shady Grove (SHGR) - On-site
- Shady Grove (SHGR-HY) - Online Hybrid
Services
Directions and Parking
Universities at Shady Grove (USG) is located at 9636 Gudelsky Drive, Rockville, MD 20850.
Take I-270 to Exit 8, Shady Grove Road West. Go 1.5 miles, cross the intersection with Darnestown Road, and turn right onto Gudelsky Way, turn left at the stop sign onto Gudelsky Drive. Follow the road around to the parking area. Parking is free.
Undergraduate and Graduate Advising
Academic advisors are available Monday through Friday to meet with students. Please call 301-738-6090 to make a face-to-face or Skype appointment.
Computer Labs
Shady Grove is equipped with a computer lab. For computer lab information call 301-738-6363 or refer to: http://www.shadygrove.umd.edu/campus-services/oit/
Library Services
You can access the online catalog of the University System of Maryland and many full-text databases. Call 800-888-UMUC (8682), ext 7209 for more information or visit the UMUC Library.
For more information on Shady Grove Library Media Center refer to: http://www.lib.umd.edu/shadygrove/
Textbook Distribution
MBS Direct can provide all of the textbook and course materials you need for your courses. MBS Direct is also your sole source for UMUC course guides, lab kits, and video and audiotapes.
If you prefer to order by phone call MBS Direct customer service at 800-325-3252 or e-mail vb@mbsbooks.com with any questions. Students who reside outside the continental U.S. can contact MBS Direct at the international phone number 573-441-9179.
Alternatively, books for classes held at Shady Grove may be available for purchase at the Shady Grove bookstore.
For updated information on the bookstore refer to: http://www.shadygrove.umd.edu/campus-services/bookstore
Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Information
Web site: www.shadygrove.umd.edu/campus-services/public-safety
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For Emergencies, to report a crime or for an escort call Campus Security at 301-738-6065 (x6065 for any on-campus phone) or 911
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To receive text alerts for emergencies, severe weather alerts, crime alerts and school closings, please sign up for the USG emergency notification system at www.shadygrove.umd.edu/campus-services/public-safety/campus-alerts
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Shady Grove has a 24 hour security department
Other Important Information
The Universities at Shady Grove (USG) is a unique model for delivering quality higher education to upper-level undergraduate and graduate students. Nine of the University System of Maryland's (USM) 11-degree granting institutions collaborate programs at Shady Grove.
Classes are held in all three buildings of the Shady Grove Center.
*Please verify room numbers in the building lobby the first night of class.
Participating Institutions Bowie State University (BSU); Towson University (TU); University of Baltimore (UB); Salisbury University (SU); University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC): University of Maryland Baltimore (UMB); University of Maryland, College Park (UMCP); University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) and University of Maryland University College (UMUC).
Current Programs For more information about programs offered at Shady Grove refer to: http://shadygrove.umd.edu/
Scholarships Several scholarships are available for UMUC students at Shady Grove:
