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Wells Fargo Student Impact Scholarship

Apply now for a $5K Scholarship

Wells Fargo has announced the Student Impact Scholarship with $1 million in scholarship funds available to help support students on their educational journey. If you're a student impact maker,...

Posted: September 17, 2020, 12:01 PM

Have a Question? Ask a Student Ambassador!

There is a wonderful group of students ready to help you!

Hi Retrievers! Have questions but you don't know who to ask? Reach out to a Student Ambassador! There is a wonderful and diverse group of students from various academic and cultural...

Posted: September 16, 2020, 11:38 AM

New Normal: Adjusting to Campus Life and Online Learning

Join us at noon today!

Come join first-gen students and staff for a lunch time discussion. This discussion will be centered around this idea of facing a "new normal", in regards to online learning.  We will discuss...

Posted: September 14, 2020, 10:15 AM

September 10 is the last day to drop a class without a "W"

Not sure what that means, we're here to help!

Remember: September 10 is the last day to drop a class without having a "W" on your transcript. Before you change your schedule, ask yourself:  Are you meeting the expectations of your...

Posted: September 9, 2020, 6:20 PM

Study Skills with the Academic Success Center

Hi Retrievers! The semester is rolling along--how are you feeling? If you want to beef up you're study skills, we have useful tips and tricks for you on our online learning resources page!...

Posted: September 9, 2020, 10:18 AM

FREE Tutoring now Available!

Make an appointment today!

Hi Retrievers! How was the first full week of school? If you're starting to feel like you might need a little help, it's okay! Tutoring can give you that little extra push! We offer...

Posted: September 8, 2020, 9:46 AM

Information for Veteran Students from OCSS + The Registrar

Details regarding programming and GI benefits for vets

Dear Students, Whether you’re a new or returning student, Off-Campus Student Services (OCSS) and the Registrar’s Office are excited to welcome you to the fall semester at UMBC. Both of our...

Posted: September 3, 2020, 3:02 PM

Important News from the VA for Students Using the GI Bill

The VA understands and has prepared for the many impacts COVID-19 can have on students, on-line schooling and institutions of higher learning.  While every student situation is different and there...

Posted: September 2, 2020, 3:35 PM

Sign-Up by 9/15 for the First-Gen Peer Mentoring Program!

Support and learn from fellow first-gen UMBC students!

In coordination with the First-Generation Workgroup, Off-Campus Student Services is incredibly excited to announce the First-Generation Peer Mentoring Program (FGPMP).  FGPMP is designed to...

Posted: September 2, 2020, 9:23 AM