School Name
University of Maryland University College
City
Adelphi
State
Maryland
General Information
Institutional Control:
Public
Year Founded:
1947
Accreditation:
Accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Awards
- EFMD CEL Accreditation, the highest international standard of technology-enhanced learning programs in the field of management education
Awarded to UMUC’s Master of Distance Education (MDE) program. The awarding body regarded UMUC’s MDE program as a “best practice case in academia.”
- GetEducated.com Best Buys
Awards UMUC’s computer science programs for their high quality and affordability. The MS in accounting and information technology, the MS in information technology, and the MS in information technology, telecommunications management programs were each ranked as Best Buys out of a survey of 67 distance education computer learning programs offered by regionally accredited institutions nationwide.
- “2008 Lasting Achievement Award”
Awarded to Open Learning Fire Service Program (OPLFSP) for educating thousands of fire service personnel for almost 30 years.
- Bronze medal from the Instructional Management Systems (IMS) Global Learning Consortium
Awarded to CSI (Center for Support of Instruction) for the use of technology to improve learning across all educational segments and in all regions of the world. UMUC’s DE Oracle designated as “Best in Category, Faculty Development Network.” Additionally, the Graduate School receives a “Best in Category Certificate for Best Online Laboratory: Online Hands-On Labs in Information Assurance.”
- Maryland Distance Learning Association (MDLA) “Distance Program of the Year”
Awarded to UMUC’s online Master of Business Administration (MBA) program.
- MDLA “Course of the Year”
Awarded to UMUC’s Elementary Chinese course.
Student Services
- Academic Advising
- Registration and Course Information
- Transfer Credit Information
- Admission Information
- Financial Information
- Online Services and Forms
- Special Situation Student Withdrawl/Refund Policy
UMUC Offers You What You Need to Succeed
A UMUC education offers many advantages not found at other institutions. Offering maximum convenience, flexibility, and a broad array of course selections, it’s no wonder UMUC is the educational choice for adult students worldwide.
A Wide Selection of Academic Programs:
As a globally-focused university serving more than 90,000 students worldwide, UMUC offers an unparalleled breadth of programs, each tailored to meet the needs of the marketplace. Whatever your field of interest, you’re sure to find the program that will equip you with the knowledge and skills to advance your career.
Convenience: Choose to enroll in an online program and you can attend class when and where you want, without interrupting your job or personal life. No hassles with commuting or crowded classrooms. Simply log in to your online classroom to start learning.
Flexibility: Prefer a classroom experience? Many of UMUC’s courses are also taught in convenient locations throughout Maryland and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
State-of-the-Art Education: UMUC’s programs are designed to provide you with in-demand skills and expertise. The curriculum is continually updated to reflect the latest information, concepts, and practices in a variety of fields. So you’ll be armed with the education and skills you need to advance.
Expert Instructors: UMUC courses are taught by faculty who are experts in their fields. Aside from impressive academic and professional credentials, our faculty members hold high-level positions within the fields they teach. Their first-hand knowledge and experience can be immediately applied to your career success.
Financial Options: An array of financial programs are available, including grants, loans, and scholarships. UMUC’s highly trained and helpful financial aid specialists can help you find the option that’s right for you.
As you explore the Web site, you’ll see that everything UMUC does is designed to help adult students earn a high-quality degree or certificate in the most convenient and timely manner.