Admissions FAQs
You've come to the right place for a quick primer on University of Maryland Global Campus. To learn more or get your questions answered, contact an admissions advisor.
UMGC is accredited and adheres to standards set by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. UMGC is one of the 12 member institutions of the renowned University System of Maryland.
Nearly all of UMGC's programs are available fully online. Select programs require some hybrid courses or an on-site residency. Programs that require an on-site component have those requirements clearly listed on the degree webpage and in the catalog.