Discover Yourself
Follow your passions and find yourself, your people, and your path. From student clubs and organizations to study abroad and service-learning opportunities, there’s something for you.
The Best of All Worlds
Nestled between Baltimore and Washington, D.C., our beautiful 500-acre campus is perfectly situated to help you explore your passions. World-class museums, performance venues, restaurants, as well as excellent biking and hiking trails are all just around the corner.
UMBC is…
- 4 miles from BWI
- 15 minutes from Downtown Baltimore
- 45 minutes from Washington, D.C.
- 2 hours from Philadelphia
- 3 hours from New York City
Where You’ll Live
Join more than 4,000 students living on campus and find a cozy space to call your own. Take a peek in our residence halls.
Feeling Hungry?
With more than 20 places to eat on campus, and tons of great local eateries, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for.
Life at UMBC-Shady Grove Campus
UMBC-Shady Grove, though non-residential, offers a lively campus community. Students enjoy campus-specific clubs and organizations, access to the Campus Rec Center, dining options, an array of campus services, and the Priddy Library — all right in the heart of Rockville.
Explore UMBC-Shady Grove
What You’ll Do
Through Our Students’ Eyes
Get a virtual tour of UMBC like no other — through the personal experiences of our own students on UMBC’s episode of The College Tour.
Take in a Show
Cheer on the Team
How You’ll Take Care of Yourself
You’ll find the resources you need to have a healthy, well-balanced, and successful UMBC experience–for your physical, mental, and emotional health and wellbeing.
Your College Town
World-class museums, performance venues, restaurants, as well as excellent biking and hiking trails are all just around the corner. With 7 FREE UMBC Transit Routes + connection to MARC, Amtrak, & BWI, we make it easy to explore.
