Orientation
While orientation is not required, we strongly encourage each newly admitted student to attend. At orientation we cover a wide berth of topics ranging from basic services like obtaining a parking permit to broad advice on how to succeed in your Master’s and Ph.D. programs here at UMBC. During orientation you’ll have the opportunity to get acquainted with Graduate School Staff, including the Dean of the Graduate School. Also at orientation will be new students like you, with whom you can connect and begin to develop lasting networks and relationships. Food is served throughout orientation with vegan and vegetarian options available.
Just remember, in the summer it’s hot and in the winter it’s not so be sure to bring your sun-glasses or snow-shoes for campus tours, business cards to give your new friends, and a ready open mind as you are welcomed to the Graduate School at UMBC.
Fall Semester
Orientation programs are offered each August for graduate students entering UMBC in the upcoming semester. Fall Orientation will be held August 16th.
Registration is open for Fall Orientation.
Students attending the Shady Grove will receive information on orientation in Rockville. Please email shadygrove@umbc.edu with any questions regarding UMBC-Shady Grove orientations.
New student orientation for the Public Policy department will be held on Saturday, September 8, at 9 a.m. on the second floor of the Public Policy building.
International Students
The Office of International Education Services also sponsors a separate orientation specifically for new international students.
Departmental Orientations
Please contact your department directly to learn if they are hosting a program-specific orientation.