Find a truly online and on-site collaborative experience, built for you at UMGC.
Online and on-site learning is not a sideline or an afterthought at UMGC—it's what we do. We're confident you'll see the difference that makes in our learning experience. Designed with input from industry experts, our courses are specifically created to be delivered within a fully collaborative virtual or on-site classroom that prepares you for today's digital business environment.
Say Goodbye to Textbooks
At UMGC, you can complete many degrees without purchasing textbooks, thanks to electronic resources that are available at no cost, are immediately available through your online classroom, and are always up to date.
Depending on the course, these open educational resources may include electronic textbooks, lectures, websites, and selected documents and media. Program chairs and faculty members have customized these materials to be more relevant to your course and to include the latest industry information
Some courses do require the use of specific software or content that cannot be accessed at no cost. When you register for a course, check the required course materials listed in the syllabus to determine whether you will need to purchase any course materials. These materials are not included on your student account or added with your tuition and fees and must be paid out of pocket.
Study on Your Time
You won't have to log in at set times at UMGC. Most courses have weekly or biweekly due dates for assignments, but it's up to you to log in when it fits your schedule. Whether you like to study a certain day of the week, on weekends, in the morning, or late at night—even if you're overseas or in a distant time zone—you'll be able to fit your classes into your life.
Learn from Scholar-Practitioners and Industry Experts
Your classes are taught by highly successful and experienced scholar-practitioners who are leaders in the fields they teach, and eighty-eight percent of our graduate school faculty have terminal degrees. You'll benefit from their diverse insights and gain the practical knowledge and real-world industry skills that employers are seeking. UMGC faculty also understand the challenges faced by working adults going back to school, and they’ll work with you to help ensure your academic success.
Collaborate with Students and Faculty
Online or on-site learning doesn't mean you're learning on your own. You'll find many opportunities to contribute to discussions, work on group projects, and interact with your fellow classmates and professors. Some programs are offered in a cohort format, meaning you'll learn alongside the same group of students for your entire program, helping you to build strong friendships and networking relationships.
Focus on Fewer Courses at a Time
We offer eight-week sessions for undergraduates, so you can focus on fewer classes at a time while still staying on track toward earning your degree. Many graduate courses are offered in a six-credit format, so you'll be able to focus on one class per semester. Find out about our flexible scheduling options.
Choose from Hybrid and On-Site Options
UMGC also offers hybrid and on-site courses. Both undergraduate and graduate students can choose hybrid courses that meet in-person once a week and have an online component as well.
Learn about LEO, Our Online Classroom
UMGC's online, interactive classroom offers many features to provide you with the best learning experience. Read more on the Learning Experience Online page in the Current Students section.