Why UMBC?

UMBC main entrance sign with the ITE and Administration Building behind

UMBC complies with the Department of Defense (DoD) ban on high-pressure tactics for the purpose of securing Service member enrollment in UMBC, as specified in the DoD Memorandum of Understanding

UMBC does not engage in high-pressure recruitment tactics such as multiple unsolicited contacts (3 or more), including contacts by phone, email, or in-person, and engaging in same-day recruitment and registration for the purpose of securing Service member enrollments.

Before You Apply

If you are a service member, before submitting an application for admission to UMBC, please contact your Educational Services Officer (ESO) or counselor within your military service for approval.

Select your branch of service below for additional information.

Program and Degree Requirements

For detailed information about program and degree requirements including additional state, federal, and commercial requirements visit the Undergraduate Catalog and the Graduate Catalog.

Transfer Credit Policy Updates

UMBC has revised its policy on the awarding of undergraduate transfer credits. This policy change allows academic coursework taken through military occupational specialties or other coursework to be considered for transfer credit. For more information please review Section D of the Policy on the Awarding of Undergraduate Transfer Credit. If you are interested in exploring whether you could potentially earn transfer credit under these new policies, please contact the Transfer Services team.