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Why Choose UMGC

Find career-relevant academics, convenient and flexible learning options, and affordable tuition at military-trusted UMGC Europe.

At University of Maryland Global Campus, you can achieve your true potential—one class, one semester, one accomplishment at a time. Get ready for your best, most confident self to emerge.

A Recognized and Respected University

A degree earned at UMGC carries respect across the nation and around the world. UMGC is accredited and adheres to standards set by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. And UMGC is one of the 12 member institutions of the renowned University System of Maryland.


What does it mean for something to be made for you? Is it customized? Tailor-made? A perfect fit? For us, it’s much more than that. At University of Maryland Global Campus, it means we were built from the ground up with you, the working adult, as our sole focus. Your needs drive everything we do—and have for the past 70 years.


Career-Relevant Academics

From soft skills to industry-specific expertise, UMGC can help you become more valuable in your current role and in the job market. We offer 125+ degrees, specializations, and certificates, including programs in high-growth fields like cybersecurity, business, and social sciences.

Classes are taught by knowledgeable faculty, many of whom bring industry experience and real-world perspectives. Our curriculum is designed so what you're learning can be applied right away on the job, helping you to build your professional value from your very first class. The skills, knowledge, and confidence you develop throughout your studies can help you to stand out in the competitive job market, expand your career options, and achieve more financial security.

Convenient and Flexible Learning Options

At UMGC, you can design a class schedule to fit your busy life schedule. With multiple start dates each semester, we make it easier to balance classes with work and family responsibilities. 

UMGC’s worldwide programs extend to 175+ locations in 20+ countries and territories around the globe. UMGC Europe provides access to on-site courses at military installations throughout the command and global access with thousands of online course opportunities. By combining traditional academic values with innovative learning formats, UMGC helps active duty servicemembers, civilians, and families worldwide achieve their academic goals.

In addition to choosing when and how you learn, you can choose from a wide range of minors, specializations, and certificates to customize your academic program with a specialized skill set.

Affordable Tuition and Financing Options

UMGC offers a wide range of options to make your education more affordable. We'll work with you to explore all financing options—from scholarships to lower tuition rates for members of the military community—to find a path that works for your budget.

In addition, we accept transfer credits and offer fast paths to credit for college-level learning you acquired on the job, in the military, or through other experiences. These options help many students graduate faster and save money.

Military-and Veteran-Trusted

Since our founding in 1947, UMGC has been dedicated to the education of military servicemembers, veterans, and their families. In the last year, around 11,000 students enrolled with UMGC Europe at one of 55+ sites throughout Europe, Africa, and the Middle East; worldwide, more than 84,000 students enrolled with UMGC.

To best meet the needs of military and veteran students, we have specially trained and dedicated staff who can help you navigate benefits, relocations, and other challenges unique to military-affiliated students, and we created a Veterans Resource Center to help make the transition to civilian life easier. If you are an active duty servicemember or veteran, you may be eligible for veterans education benefits

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