New Student Checklist
Congratulations and Welcome to UMBC!
Listed below are a few important first steps that will make your transition to UMBC as easy as possible.
Registration
- Set up your myUMBC account
- Contact your program
- Register for Orientation
- Register for classes
Tuition
- File for Financial Aid
- Explore ways to finance your education
- Pay your tuition bill
- Buy your books
Services
- Fill out your UHS Immunization form and complete questionnaires.
- Complete the Academic Integrity Tutorial
- Obtain your Campus ID card (required to access busses, library resources, and other services)
- Get a Parking Permit
Housing
Temporary Housing | Off Campus Housing | Walker Avenue Apartments
International Students
Visit our International Education Services website and review required events for new students.
Community
We encourage you as potential new residents to explore what the Baltimore/Washington area has to offer! UMBC provides extensive transit services that can help get you there.
Familiarize yourself with some important campus services like the GSA and Student Support Services, as well as the library, to best utilize your time here.