Admission Requirements

Applicants should have:

  • B.A. or B.S. in Geography, Computer Science or Information Systems -OR-  a bachelor’s degree in a related field with GIS-related work experience
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) from an accredited undergraduate program.
  • Working knowledge of Geographic Information Systems.

Note: The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is not required for admission to the GIS program.

Application Procedures
Applicants should follow the application procedures set by UMBC's Graduate School. Students applying to the M.P.S. program must submit the following information:

  • UMBC graduate school application (includes personal statement and fee)
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Official transcripts from ALL post-secondary institutions attended
  • 3 letters of recommendation (not required for the Graduate Certificate)

Applicants to the M.P.S. or Certificate program may apply online at
http://www.umbc.edu/gradschool/admissions/apply.html.

Or can complete a paper application and mail to:

UMBC Graduate School
Geographic Information Systems
1000 Hilltop Circle
Baltimore, MD 21250

More application information can be found at: www.umbc.edu/gradschool/admissions.

Application Deadlines

Deadline for Fall 2013:  June 1, 2013

Financial Information for Fall 2012 - Spring 2013 Classes

Maryland Resident
Tuition per credit: $510 (Plus mandatory fees)

Non-Resident
Tuition per credit: $844 (Plus mandatory fees)

This program does not offer merit-based financial aid. For more information on tuition and fees, please visit http://www.umbc.edu/sbs/.