University of Maryland-University College Top Questions

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Shawn

We are able to attend classes while being in the military

LaTisha

My school offers the degree program that I am interested in completely online. I was unable to find this at other schools. It works well for my schedule since I also work full time.

Rebecca

It allowed me to work at my pace, and on my schedule. It accepted most of my transfer credits. It was affordable.

Ashley

I think it is unique because the online classes are mainly active duty millitary so you are going to school with people for around the world.

Brandon

getting a degree on your own time, anywhere

Constance

It is especially helpful toward the working adult and parent. They offer largely online classes which allows a flexible schedule for classes and assists in the modern working individual.

KRYSTAL

There are a few things that are unique about UMUC that have made me chose them as opposed to other colleges. UMUC will take students with previous college studies, will take students with out as well, will take students with HS. diplomas, as well as GEDS', online help 24-7, and friendly staff. two of the best things about UMUC is they are a 4y college, and they have prior learning programs that will give you earned credit for past experience w/ in school as well as past/current job, as long as it is w/ in your deg!

Christina

I would have to say the flexibility.

Richard

The University of Maryland University College is one of the few schools that allows members of the military, their dependents and other civilians overseas enjoy the same quality education they would if they were studying in Maryland. UMUC was at the forefront of distance education when I first enrolled in the 1980s, and remains so today, as I return to finally complete my degree.

Nishat

its has best online and hybrid class availability.

Isa

The teachers are very well prepeared and are people who work on the field

MISTY

My school is located in Okinawa, Japan. I don't know how much more unique you can get. I am the Wife of a Marine and our family is currently stationed in Okinawa, Japan. While here I am trying to get myself back on track for school. Now that my boys are both in school I can devote more time to myself.

Elisus

The university has programs that are suited for young people and adults. The online programs are very convenient for many students of the university. In addition, the students of the university cut across all races and nationalities of the world. It makes it possible for one to learn from students with diverse backgrounds and cultures.

Julie

When looking at four year universities I was trying to find a college that offered the smoothest transition from my Community College, while providing a challenging academic program. UMUC presented a nearly seamless transition, all of my credits transferred except 3. I did not have to retake classes, enabling me to earn my bachelors in two years from the completion of my Associates. Other colleges did not offer the same stress free transfer that I needed to continue my education. Further I am able to take all of my classes online, and still be engaged and intellectually stimulated each week.

Todd

I think UMUC is unique because they understand my situation. I am returning to finish my undergraduate degree after a twenty year absence from courses. They are also simpathetic and understanding of my recent incarceration in the California State Prison Syste, and are dedicated to helping me finish my undergraduate work in order to move on to a graduate degree.

Yukimi

diversity! there are so many people from different ethnic and professiona l backgrounds. you can learn more than what you can learn in the class room.

Alexandra

The technology advancement. From online coursework, to e-mail communication with various offices at the college

Jubilee

It offers a bachelor's degree in cyber security and flexible class schedules.

Michele

UMUC affords me the opportunity to attend school despite my geographic location. Also, UMUC provides me the opportunity to attend classes on my own time. Being a matured adult with responsibilities , UMUC allows me to earn a degree without disrupting my lifestyle. Lastly, I wasn't required to take an entrance exam in order to be considered, yet I worked hard to earn good grades and prove myself.

Kasia

UMUC is a great school that offers a variety of different programs and schedules that work with any student. They have what every student needs while attending school, a great support system. University of Maryland-University College provides advising and financial help to each and every student. What impressed me was the education level of the instructors; most professors have earned their masters and PHD's. This shows me that the professors are dedicated to education and providing the students with the best education possible. UMUC is a school that focuses on the needs of the working adult and student.

Shelby

The branch of my university which I attend is located on an Air Force base in Okinawa, Japan. Most classes are in the evenings with a wide variety of students from a wide variety of ages and backgrounds. The typical college activities such as Freshman orientation and sororities, do not exist. It is more of a serious, adult environment.

Constance

UMUC is unique because it is a school for adults who need to attend class at night or online due to their day-time job, distance from the campus or because they are out of state. This school allows me to maintain my in-state status, which keeps my tuition costs down, and allows me to complete my degree completely online, or if I chose, I could attend class in-person if I thought it would help me with my understanding of the class.

AMANDA

The reason I chose this school is its location, UMUC has small branches on many military bases all over the world. Which means that as we are transfered from country to country I know I have more connection with my school. There is even a branch in Iraq, so come what may I can still continue my education. They were also able to transfer all of the credits from my old school, as well as give me more credit for my military training than my previous school had done. UMUC is able to work with the military and their families.

Cristie

UMUC offers a number of undergraduate and graduate degrees completely online. This is wonderful for returning adult students that have a family to support and have to work full time.

David

UMUC to me in the beginning has a draw there, that brought me to apply, when after seeing that Environmental Management was being offered on- Line. I'm returning back to school after a few years break and discovered that financially couldn't muster up the cash and also being on-line with my residence in the state of Georgia- there is no chance of coming off the out of state tution. There for the persute of scholarship money has become a priorty in my life, to finish my undergraduate degree at UMUC.