University of Maryland Global Campus
University of Maryland Global Campus was founded more than 75 years ago specifically to serve the higher education needs of working adults and military service members. Today, UMGC is the largest provider of postsecondary education in Maryland and continues its global tradition with online and hybrid courses, more than 175 classroom and service locations worldwide, and more than 100 degrees and certificates backed by the reputation of a state university and the University System of Maryland.
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Affordability
That means full transparency about college costs; policies welcoming transfer students and credits they have already earned; and financial aid and other support for those in need.
The programs below are the ones the institution put forward against this commitment, with the outcomes it reports against each.
- AffordabilityUniversity of Maryland Global CampusAn Accelerated Pathway to a Bachelor’s Degree for Under $10,000Through 3D Scholars, UMGC and Prince George’s County partners create an affordable high-school-to-bachelor’s pathway with dedicated advising.

- AffordabilityUniversity of Maryland Global CampusRecognizing Military Experience to Accelerate Degree ProgressUMGC awards eligible military learners credit for leadership and service experience, reducing redundant coursework and educational costs.

Academic Excellence
That means many things, including courses that challenge and inspire; continuous assessment of teaching tools and methods; student participation in cutting-edge research and discovery; close faculty engagement with students; and timely academic help for those who need it.
The programs below are the ones the institution put forward against this commitment, with the outcomes it reports against each.
- Academic ExcellenceUniversity of Maryland Global CampusDesigning Learning Around Skills Demonstration and Authentic PracticeUMGC’s new NextGen Learning Model shifts learning from content coverage to demonstrated capability, using authentic assessment, applied practice, AI-enabled learning experiences, and skills-based curriculum design to help learners develop and demonstrate workplace-relevant skills.

- Academic ExcellenceUniversity of Maryland Global CampusReimagining General Education Around the Human Skills That Matter MostUMGC is redesigning General Education around six durable human capabilities that help learners thrive in an AI-enabled world.

Career Pathways
Career preparation runs through the institution's advising, its employer relationships and its funding for work-based learning.
The programs below are the ones the institution put forward against this commitment, with the outcomes it reports against each.

