Welcome to UMBC!

Go ahead and cheer. That’s what we’re doing. Now let’s make it official!

You still have a few things to square away before you’re a bonafide Retriever. This site will guide you through the final steps of the admission process and answer all of your “what’s next” questions. If you need to get in touch, contact us at any time.

Ready to Celebrate?

Here’s your soundtrack.

Spotify Logo

Tune in to our Welcome to UMBC Spotify Playlist, celebrating you and all our newly admitted students!

Tell us about yourself and we’ll create your custom checklist.

Directions

From the list below, click any of the buttons that describe who you are. Once you toggle these buttons, we’ll show you a customized checklist explaining exactly what you need to do to finalize your admission and prepare for the upcoming year.

Note: We use cookies to remember your progress when you leave the site. You accept the use of cookies when you begin this checklist.

Secure Your Spot

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Learn About Financing Your Education

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Send Final Transcripts and Scores

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Review Your Transfer Credit Report and Degree Audit

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Sign-up for Orientation

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Explore Your Prerequisites

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Complete Placement Tests

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Complete Placement Tests (if necessary)

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Explore Your Housing Options

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Complete Your Health Requirements

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Submit Your Campus ID Photo

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Request Your USG and UMBC Campus ID Cards

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Add Welcome Week to Your Calendar

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Start Your Visa Process to Study at UMBC

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Congratulations!

You’re ready for life as a Retriever. In the meantime, celebrate with our Welcome to UMBC playlist, rub True Grit’s nose for good luck, and enjoy some coloring pages and other fun activities courtesy of our students.