UMUC Community College Alliance Brochure

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Finish Your Bachelor’s Degree Study at the No. 1 Transfer Choice for Maryland Community College Students

Your Community College and UMUC At University of Maryland University College (UMUC), you can seamlessly transition from your community college and earn a bachelor’s degree to increase your earning potential.1 We have alliance agreements with all 16 Maryland community colleges. If your school has an alliance with us, you’ll benefit from n

A single integrated associate-to-bachelor’s curriculum plan

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Dual enrollment at your community college and UMUC

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No-cost, no-commitment transfer credit evaluations, so you can find out how many of your credits may transfer before you even apply

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Guaranteed admission

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A waiver of the $50 application fee2

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UMUC’s Completion Scholarship for Maryland residents

Check out our full list of community college alliances at umuc.edu/alliances.

1 “Earning and Unemployment Rates by Educational Attainment,” Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015, bls.gov/emp/ep_chart_001.htm.

2 For you to be eligible for the application fee waiver, the last institution you attended must participate in an alliance with UMUC. When you apply for admission, please include your dates of attendance at the alliance school.

Fast-track your bachelor’s degree: You can transfer as many as 70 of your community college credits directly to an undergraduate program at UMUC!

With UMUC’s Completion Scholarship,

UMUC’s Completion Scholarship

you can earn your bachelor’s degree for $12,000 or less— well below the typical tuition cost

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Is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident noncitizen

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Is a Maryland resident or active-duty military

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Is a degree-seeking student pursuing a first bachelor’s degree

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Is not receiving 100 percent tuition assistance or reimbursement

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Has a minimum grade-point average of 2.0

for in-state students!

Upon earning your associate degree from a Maryland community college, you automatically qualify for the UMUC Completion Scholarship, which allows you to earn your bachelor’s degree for $12,000 or less. A candidate for this scholarship must be a UMUC student who

This scholarship is available to students who have earned no more than 12 credits at UMUC, and it can only be applied for up to 60 credits.

Additional Ways to Make Your Degree Affordable We are here to help you explore all the ways to make a college education affordable for you. In addition to the Completion Scholarship, you can explore the following options: n

Scholarships, federal financial aid, loans, and grants

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Our interest-free monthly payment plan

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Tuition Assistance and/or veterans education benefits, if you’re eligible

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A reduced undergraduate military tuition rate for eligible military personnel and their families

You should apply for financial aid regardless of your income because you may receive more than you expect! All the forms you need to apply for admission to UMUC and financial aid are available online. Please be sure to include UMUC’s school code on the FAFSA—011644.

Career-Relevant Programs from a Respected State University As a member of the University System of Maryland, we boast the reputation of a state university and offer a wide range of undergraduate programs in high-demand fields, all of which can be completed entirely online. Choose from more than 30 programs in the following areas: Business and Management

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Healthcare and Science

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Cybersecurity

IT and Computer Science

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Data Analytics

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Education and Teaching

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Liberal Arts and Communication

Check out our full list of undergraduate degrees at umuc.edu/academic-programs/ bachelors-degrees.

Public Safety

Special Program Recognition CYBERSECURITY UMUC has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance and Cyber Defense Education by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security and as a National Center of Digital Forensics Academic Excellence by the Defense Cyber Crime Center Academic Cyber Curriculum Alliance.

RN TO BSN The baccalaureate degree in nursing at UMUC is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), One Dupont Circle, NW Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, 202-463-6930. CCNE is a specialized accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

1 “Transfer Students to the University of Maryland: Patterns of Enrollment and Success,� University System of Maryland, March 2016.

DID YOU KNOW?

UMUC is the No. 1 transfer choice for Maryland community college students.1

A Deep Dedication to the Military On U.S. soil and abroad, we have steadfastly served the U.S. armed forces since 1947. At UMUC, you can Complete your bachelor’s degree in two years or less with up to 90 credits for prior learning and military experience and training

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Take hybrid classes that meet the VA’s requirements for in-residence training and may qualify attendees for full monthly housing allowance payments under the Post-9/11 GI Bill®1

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Study at the university that Military Times ranked No. 1 Best for Vets in its 2015 survey of online and nontraditional colleges and universities Work with dedicated military and veterans advisors to choose a program that complements your military experience and explore your military benefits and other payment options

n Learn at a university with 140+ classroom and service locations throughout the world (including on military installations!) in more than 20 countries for a seamless educational experience wherever your service takes you

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at benefits.va.gov/gibill.

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Student Services and Support to Help You Succeed At UMUC, we want you to get the most out of every course and every program so you can excel in your chosen field. Resources that are available to you include Academic advisors who understand your needs, whether you’re a working professional, career changer, military servicemember, veteran, or working parent Career counseling and 70+ employer alliances to help you take the next step in your career Online writing feedback through the Effective Writing Center Access to the University System of Maryland library system, including e-books and online databases Tutors and mentors to help you through difficult subjects and courses 24-hour tech support so you can stay focused on your studies Special services for veterans, including the Veterans Resource Center, to help you transition to civilian life Academic clubs and honor societies, where you can meet and network with students with similar interests No-cost electronic resources, which have replaced nearly every textbook for undergraduate courses

We’re with you every step of the way, today through graduation day and every day after that— BECAUSE YOUR SUCCESS IS OUR SUCCESS.

Flexible, Convenient Learning Formats At UMUC, you can take classes online and on-site. Our flexible learning options make it easy to fit higher education into your busy schedule. Because the majority of our students are working professionals, we provide the following benefits: n

High-quality peer interaction and engagement

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Support from faculty

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A gradual introduction to online learning

24/7 access to course materials and your online classroom

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We offer multiple start dates throughout the year, and we have more than 20 locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.

Contact an advisor today to get started at 855-569-UMUC (8682) or visit umuc.edu/alliances to learn more.

ABOUT UMUC Serving Busy Professionals Worldwide University of Maryland University College (UMUC) specializes in high-quality academic programs that are convenient for busy professionals. Our programs are specifically tailored to fit into the demanding lives of those who wish to pursue a respected degree that can advance them personally and grow their careers.

UMUC has earned a worldwide reputation for excellence as a comprehensive virtual university and, through a combination of classroom and distance-learning formats, provides educational opportunities to more than 80,000 students.

Study at the No. 1 transfer choice for Maryland community college students!1

The university is proud to offer a distinguished faculty of scholar-practitioners and world-class student services to educate students online, throughout Maryland, across the United States, and in more than 20 countries and territories around the world. UMUC serves its students through undergraduate and graduate programs, noncredit leadership development, and career counseling. For more information regarding UMUC and its programs, visit umuc.edu.

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT University of Maryland University College is regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (267-284-5000), an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. UMUC is governed by the University System of Maryland Board of Regents and certified by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia.

UMUC is a constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. © 2016 University of Maryland University College

1 “Transfer Students to the University System of Maryland: Patterns of Enrollment and Success,” University System of Maryland, March 2016.

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