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Earn an In-Demand Degree from a Respected State University
Earn an In-Demand Degree from a Respected State University
We were founded more than 70 years ago to serve the higher education needs of working adults. Today, we continue that commitment by providing a wide range of online programs in high-demand fields backed by the reputation of a state university. At UMUC, we offer
- More than 90 degrees, specializations, and certificates that provide you with career-relevant skills
- A streamlined admissions process that does not require the SAT, ACT, GRE, or GMAT
- No-cost digital resources that have replaced textbooks for nearly every course
- Rolling admissions and multiple start dates throughout the year
No graduate application fee if you apply by December 16.
Get the Support You Need
Get the Support You Need
We're with you every step of the way—today through graduation day and every day after that. We provide the necessary student services and support to help you succeed. The following resources are available to you:
- Academic advisors, tutors, and mentors
- Career counseling and 70+ employer alliances
- Online writing feedback and 24-hour tech support
- Access to the University System of Maryland online library system
- Academic clubs and honors societies
Explore Ways to Make Your Degree Affordable
Explore Ways to Make Your Degree Affordable
We are committed to helping you find ways to meet, manage, and lower your education costs. You can explore the following options:
- Scholarships, Federal financial aid, loans, and grants for those who qualify
- Our interest-free monthly payment plan
- No-cost digital resources that have replaced textbooks for nearly every course
- Tuition assistance and/or veterans education benefits for those who qualify
- A discount for eligible Federal employees and their spouses and dependents
Plus, you can fast-track your bachelor’s degree by transferring up to 90 credits for prior education, military training, and work experience.
Share in Our Rich Military Heritage
Share in Our Rich Military Heritage
We have been serving the higher education needs of the U.S. Armed Forces since 1947. Today, we enroll more than 50,000 active-duty military servicemembers, reservists, veterans, and their family members, and we boast the following accolades:
- Military Times ranked UMUC No. 1 Best for Vets in its 2018 survey of online and nontraditional colleges and universities
- Military Advanced Education & Transition named UMUC a Top School in its 2018 Guide to Colleges & Universities
- U.S. Veterans Magazine ranked UMUC among the Best of the Best: Top Veteran-Friendly Schools in 2017