Welcome to the UMBC Undergraduate Catalog

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About this Catalog

The Undergraduate Catalog includes information about academic policies, standards and administrative requirements, rights and regulations, undergraduate baccalaureate degree requirements, academic programs and resources, admission, tuition and fees and special opportunities. Additional information regarding these and other resources may be obtained through the UMBC Policy website, and other websites including but not limited to the Registrar’s Office, Division of Undergraduate Academic Affairs, Division of Student Affairs, Enrollment Management, and the Office for Academic and Pre-Professional Advising.

The purpose of this Catalog is to provide information about the University of Maryland, Baltimore County to persons who work and study at the university; to persons who may be interested in applying for admissions; and to parents, teachers, counselors and the general public.

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Disclaimer

THIS PUBLICATION IS NEITHER A CONTRACT NOR AN OFFER TO MAKE A CONTRACT. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information, the university reserves the right to make changes or corrections at any time with respect to course offerings, degree requirements, services provided or any other subject addressed in this Catalog. While the content of the Catalog is subject to continual review and change without notice, this published version shall only be updated once per academic year to reflect approved revisions. The information in this Catalog is provided solely for the convenience of the reader, and the university expressly disclaims any liability that otherwise may be incurred.

2024-2025 Catalog Publication Date: June 2024