FAQ'S
What is myUMBC?
A web-based portal to various services and online community resources at UMBC. Use myUMBC to register for courses, view account balances, online bill payment, register for a parking permit, check university e-mail and check grades.
How do I create a myUMBC account?
Activating your account requires your date of birth and UMBC Campus ID (which you will receive from the Admissions Office). Click here, then click on "Create my Account."
How do I forward my UMBC email to another (non-UMBC) email account that I already have?
Activating your myUMBC account will also create your UMBC email account. For information on how to forward your incoming UMBC emails to an already existing account (hotmail, gmail, etc.) click here.
How do I submit a (RT) Help Ticket?
An (RT) Help Ticket is a web-based feature that allows students to request help through myUMBC.
Submit an (RT) Help Ticket for billing issues, computing/technology support, questions about your class schedule, grades, etc. Access UMBC's (RT) Help Ticket site and login with your myUMBC user name and password.
How do I order a transcript?
If you need to order a transcript, please follow these directions from the Registrar's Office
Can I take an internship for credit during summer session?
Academic departments schedule independent study summer courses on an "as needed" basis. To request the course be added to the summer schedule, contact the appropriate academic department before the final day to register.
Is tutoring available during summer session?
Tutoring is available during Summer Session I for select Math, Chemistry, Biology and Physics courses through the Learning Resource Center. Tutoring is also available for any written assignment in any UMBC course.
What do I do if I have a time conflict with two courses that I want/need to take?
A Class Time Conflict Form needs to be completed by the student. Then both teachers of the conflicting classes will need to sign the form giving the student approval. Finally, the student will need to bring the form to the Registrar's Office for processing prior to the end of the Schedule Adjustment period.
What is the Schedule Adjustment Period?
The Schedule Adjustment Period is the 4 day time frame at the beginning of each session, when you can use your
myUMBC account to SWAP, ADD, or DROP a course. For more information about the Schedule Adjustment Period,
see the Registration Resources page.
How do I add myself to a waitlist?
When adding a class during registration, check the box "Waitlist if class is full" and continue the enrollment process. If the class has a waitlist, you will be notified of your position on the waitlist after you have completed registration. For more information about waitlists, see the Registration Resources page.
Where do I direct questions about admissions, advising, registration, billing and financial aid?
Please click to see contact information for the appropriate departments.
Do I need a parking permit during summer session?
Parking permits are required during summer session.
Is housing available during summer session?
Summer housing is available - please click here for more information.
Where can I eat on campus during summer session?
Dining options for Summer 2013 can be found here.
Where can I find out about campus events during summer session?
Visit the Student Events Board (SEB) for a list of events around campus.
