Transfer to UMBC at The
Universities at Shady Grove
Our campus in Rockville, MD, offers the academic reputation of UMBC with easy access to the government agencies, contractors, and major healthcare organizations that call the area home.
The Convenience of Rockville
Located in the heart of Montgomery County, UMBC-Shady Grove gives transfer students in the Washington, D.C., area a chance to pursue a UMBC degree without the commute to Baltimore.
Explore UMBC-Shady Grove
Undergraduate Programs
We offer select undergraduate programs based on employer needs in the region.
Computer Science
In this ABET-accredited program, you’ll prepare for a career in areas like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, game design, forensic analysis, data science, and more.
Psychology
We’ll help you build the analytic and interpersonal skills you need for a career in psychology, social services, education, or business.
History
With an emphasis on international historical perspectives, our students explore how different peoples have built their worlds and made sense of them over time.
Social Work
We teach social work professionals generalist practices that serve individuals, families, groups, and communities through hands-on field placement and community outreach.
Mechanical Engineering
Our program will help you become a leader in the mechanical engineering field through the study of crucial industry needs such as computational design and simulation.
Translational Life Science Technology (TLST)
Through the study of applied biotechnology, you’ll combine theory and practice to learn how scientific discoveries become real, life-saving solutions.
Political Science
Our students become part of the “business” of the Washington metropolitan area, with courses focused on pre-law, public policy, and international affairs.
1:1 Pre-Transfer Advising
Make an appointment with a UMBC-Shady Grove pre-transfer advisor to determine the transferability of previous coursework and develop an academic plan of action for transfer!
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
In addition to UMBC merit-based scholarships, UMBC-Shady Grove students have access to scholarship opportunities provided through The Universities at Shady Grove (USG).
Campus Life
UMBC-Shady Grove students have dedicated resources and the support of both UMBC and USG communities.
Transfer Student Alliance
Benefits include:
- $75 transfer admission application fee waiver
- Annual $1,500 merit scholarship for up to two years
- Priority advising and registration at New Student Orientation
Our Transfer Student Alliance (TSA) is a member benefit program for students intending to complete an associate degree at a Maryland community college prior to transferring to UMBC.
Counselor Spotlight
We’re here to help, no matter where you are in your college search.
Our team of counselors can guide you through questions about what to study, what it’s like to be a Retriever, and even the basics of financing your education. For all UMBC-Shady Grove students, Erin Botker will be your designated counselor for all things transfer and admissions. If you’d like to hear from Erin, fill out our request more information form.
