The Office of Extended Studies
Keep Learning!
Further your education and build credits towards a degree, advance your career, prepare for college, or explore topics of interest. The University of Maryland’s Office of Extended Studies provides opportunities and flexibility for you to keep learning.
Summer Session 2020
Summer Session offers flexibility to make progress towards completing your goals. Earn credits and gain ground on graduation with six convenient sessions. Classes meet on campus or anywhere online. Summer Session is open enrollment. Current and incoming UMD students may simply register. All other students must first apply. With the classes you want and the flexibility to fit your schedule, UMD Summer Session is the perfect time to make program and Keep Learning!
Winter Session
Winter Session offers convenience to keep focusing on your goals! Earn up to four credits and gain ground on graduation in just three weeks. Classes meet on campus or anywhere online. Winter Session is open to current UMD and non-UMD students. There’s always time to Keep Learning!
Terp Young Scholars
Experience the challenge, excitement, and independence of campus life at the University of Maryland. Academically talented high school students take college courses for college credits at College Park.
Continuing Education
Explore non-credit offerings for professional and personal growth that include workforce development, enrichment programs, professional school exam preparation, and more.
Freshmen Connection
Congratulations spring-admitted Terp! Start Maryland in the fall semester with Freshmen Connection! Get on track to graduate with the class of 2023 and enjoy the perks of campus life at Maryland. Fulfill requirements with university courses that are taught by UMD faculty in campus classrooms. Join the excitement of fall at University of Maryland.
Post-Baccalaureate Programs
Build a foundation for success and prepare for graduate or professional school training with our innovative evening programs.
Professional Graduate Programs
Enhance your expertise and opportunities for professional flexibility and mobility with innovative graduate certificates and master degrees.