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Navigate your UMGC journey with the help of advisors, success coaches, and more.
At University of Maryland Global Campus, we offer a variety of student-focused support services to help you navigate your higher education journey.
Admissions advisors: Our admissions staff can help you select the right academic program for your career goals, explore financing options, estimate transfer credits, complete your application, and register for classes.
Academic advisors and success coaches: Dedicated to helping you meet your needs, academic advisors and success coaches are at your service as soon as you register for your first semester. They can help you select and register for classes, change your degree program, and more.
Tutoring: Complimentary online subject tutoring is available for a select group of undergraduate and graduate courses.
Mentoring: We also have mentoring programs that can connect you with a peer mentor, a career mentor, or a mentor who's a veteran. Select graduate degrees also offer industry-specific mentoring programs.
Accessibility:The Office of Accessibility Services coordinates services that provide equal academic opportunities to students with disabilities.
Military & veteran support: UMGC offers services especially for servicemembers and veterans, including the VetSuccess on Campus program, mentoring by fellow veterans, and certification assistance. Learn more by visiting the Military Tuition and Education Benefits section and the Vessey Virtual Student Union.
Library: To access research databases, the library catalog, and view tutorials on how to conduct research, visit the UMGC Library.
Technical support:The Help Center provides around-the-clock technical assistance for students via phone and chat.
Writing center: Through the Effective Writing Center, undergraduate and graduate students have access to one-on-one writing advice and online writing resources.
UMGC had the classes I was looking for in my degree plan. I spoke to one of the advisors while I was stationed in Korea. She helped me get started and prepare for classes. Then, I came to Fort Drum and continued at UMGC.
Tamara E., U.S. ArmyBS in Human Resource Management
I work in software integration for mission planning at a large defense contractor. Had I delayed getting my degree, I would not have gotten the job I have today. I have my advisor to thank for motivating me in completing my degree and helping me with education benefits every step of the way.
Matt B., U.S. Navy VeteranMS in Cybersecurity Technology
The advisors I interacted with really helped me figure out my classes and how to address certain concerns. I have to say everybody was always very professional, very friendly, and they always got right back to me, even if it was just a quick email. And they’d always give me sound advice