FAQs

Undergraduate applicants must have graduated high school or completed the GED and earned a cumulative GPA of 2.0 on any college-level coursework. 

• Undergraduate admission requirements

UMGC does not require that you submit official test scores.

For UMGC in Asia, the undergraduate and graduate application fee is $50.

UMGC accepts credits from regionally accredited colleges and universities. Research the transfer credit process.

Classes are enrolling now. While there are three semesters per year - fall, spring and summer - each semester has multiple sessions and start dates from which to choose. Select the start date that's most convenient for you. Find the next session date.

UMGC offers a wide variety of associate's, bachelor's, and master's degree programs as well as undergraduate and graduate certificates. UMGC in Adelphi, Maryland, also offers two doctorate degrees. Select a program in business and management, information technology, criminal justice, cybersecurity, homeland security, or one of many other areas of study. See all undergraduate and graduate programs available to students in Asia.

Available Programs

• Undergraduate Degrees
• UMGC Global Programs

Tuition and fees vary per credit and per program. View a detailed breakdown of Tuition and Fees.

UMGC encourages you to apply for financial aid, whether it is in the form of scholarships or federal aid money. UMGC's Financial Aid Office is here for you as a resource throughout the financial aid process. Research the types of aid available.

The only way to apply for the FAFSA is through the FAFSA website, or by applying with the traditional paper application, which is available for download on the FAFSA website.

UMGC offers a variety of scholarships to qualified students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The Financial Aid Office recommends you complete the UMGC Scholarship Application in order to qualify for financial awards. Review all UMGC in Asia scholarships.

You can manage your payments with our interest-free, monthly payment plan.

UMGC makes academic services available to all its students—whether they take classes online or on-site. Using web-based technologies, UMGC students can access the following tools to help them succeed:

• Academic Advising
• Career Services
• Computing Resources
• Department of Student Success
• Effective Writing Center
• Exams and Testing Services
• Information and Library Services
• Student Advisory Council

Learn more about UMGC's comprehensive student services.

UMGC is regionally accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Read the UMGC accreditation statement.

UMGC offers more than 150 worldwide locations, making it easy for you to start or continue your education anywhere you are in the world. Find the location near you.

UMGC is one of 11 institutions recognized as part of the University System of Maryland.

UMGC hosts a diverse and growing student population. Approximately 90,000 students attend worldwide, and 10,000 attend in Asia.