Information for New and
Prospective Freshmen
Welcome to UMBC!
UMBC offers both need and merit-based aid for prospective freshmen. In
addition to general merit-based awards, specialized scholars
programs offer financial awards with special opportunities for
advanced research, unique seminars, directed internships, study abroad
and more. Learn
more about our merit scholarships for
incoming freshmen.
Below is a step-by-step tool that will guide you through the financial
aid process beginning with your application for admission to
UMBC and concluding with the payment of your bill. The links are
helpful to both prospective and incoming freshmen. Be sure to
visit the rest of our Web site for more information that may
meet your specific needs.
Getting Started
- Apply for admission with the Office
of Undergraduate Admissions.
- View our Financing Your
Education brochure for an overview of our financial aid
process.
- Submit the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online after
January 1, but by February 14 for priority consideration of financial
aid. Include our school code, 002105 and retain your confirmation
page for your records.
What's Next?
- Create your myUMBC account
and join UMBC’s online community.
- In April you will be sent an electronic notification advising you
to view your Financial Aid Package on myUMBC. Please review your 'To Do List'
for a list of missing documents.
- You must submit the Authorization to Release Information form if your parent(s)
or any other person will be contacting our office concerning your financial aid.
- Estimate your out-of-pocket expenses by comparing your financial aid
awards to estimated tuition, fees, room and board charges located under
the Cost tab.
One More Step...
- Apply
for a loan if a combination of your grants, scholarships
and personal contributions are not sufficient to cover
your costs. Submit your loan application by the priority
date below to ensure your loan funds will arrive at UMBC
in a timely manner.
-
Summer session - May 1, 2009
-
Fall semester - June 30, 2009
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Spring semester - December 14, 2009
-
Complete Entrance Loan Counseling
After Orientation...
Remember...
- Continue to check your myUMBC for
additional email requests, award revisions, and requested documents.
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