Getting Started at UMBC
Orientation Information
Much of the information you need is covered during the orientation programs held for new graduate students. If you miss these events, you are responsible for following through on Post Orientation next steps.
SPRING SEMESTER
Orientation programs are offered each January for graduate students entering UMBC in the spring semester. Many departments/programs sponsor an orientation for new students, and these are usually held prior to the first week of classes. The Office of International Education Services also sponsors a separate orientation for new international students.
Spring orientation will be held Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 4:30pm. Click here for details.
Throughout the year several workshops (Success Seminars) are offered to enhance academic and professional success.
Orientation programs are offered each August for graduate students entering UMBC for the fall semester. Many departments/programs sponsor an orientation for new students, and these will be held prior to the first week of classes. The Office of International Education Services also sponsors a separate orientation for new international students.
Fall orientation will be held August 2012.
Throughout the year several workshops (Success Seminars) are offered to enhance academic and professional success.
Departmental Orientation Information
Click here to see specific orientation events categorized by academic department.