Post-Baccalaureate Programs

Directory ID and Password

• See Activate the Directory ID.
• Use the UID provided in the admission email to log in.

TERPmail

• Set up TERPmail Password. A TERPmail account is automatically created for undergraduates who activate their Directory ID. Students receive instructions on setting up a TERPmail password via the email used on their application.
• TERPmail is UMD's official means of communication and is required for access to UMD Wireless Networks and UMD's electronic learning management system (ELMS).

Guidelines and Assistance

• Contact itsupport@umd.edu.
• It may take up to two business days (Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm) for the Directory ID to become effective.
• TERPmail is UMD's official means of communication and is required for access to UMD Wireless Networks and UMD's electronic learning management system (ELMS). To learn more, see TERPmail Frequently Asked Questions.

In addition to the Directory ID and password, students use Multi-Factor Authentication to access UMD systems.

• See How to Enroll in Multi-Factor Authentication.

See Health Requirements.

See Wireless Internet Networking.

• Eduroam is the preferred wireless network. For instructions, see Guide to Eduroam.

To obtain a photo Student ID card, visit Office of the Registrar, Customer Services, First Floor, Mitchell Building.  

• For business hours, see Office of the Registrar.
• Bring a government-issued photo id for identification purposes.
• For location assistance, see Campus Map.  
• Questions? Contact registrar-help@umd.edu.

UMD issues a 9-digit number (called UID) that is used to identify the student academic and financial record.

• The UID can be found by viewing the University Directory Entry.
• Always include this number when communicating with faculty or staff.

Use the EXST contact form. Include your full name, UID (if known), program name and a complete statement regarding the request.