September

Tuesday March 05th, 2024

NO TRAVEL NEEDED

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST

GUEST EXPERTS

Virtual Event / No Travel Needed

LEARN & NETWORK

Learn & Network

Why Attend?

Are you considering applying for admission or starting your first class(es) at University of Maryland Global Campus this Spring? If so, this event is made for you! You are cordially invited to join our interactive, virtual Jumpstart event. You will engage and network with UMGC admission advisors, success coaches, tuition coordinators, military and veteran support experts, alumni and faculty. Learn valuable time management and organizational skills, preview UMGC’s online classroom and prepare for your successful first term and beyond.

About Us

Unique among institutions of higher education, University of Maryland Global Campus was established in 1947 to meet the educational needs of adult students and the U.S. military. A pioneer in distance education, UMGC has always looked for new and better ways to serve students. Today UMGC has grown to be the largest public online university in the nation, serving busy professionals around the world. 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 cyber security , data analytics, business and healthcare.

AGENDA

March 05th, 2024

Live Webinars

4:15- 5:00PM EST

Live Panel on New Student Success @ UMGC - Tips on success from UMGC experts

Hear from members of the UMGC community on how to best prepare for success and what to expect in your educational journey. Panelists include faculty, alumni, career service advisors, success coaches, and student affairs leaders. While gaining unique insights and tips on how to be a successful UMGC student, you can also submit your questions to the panelists via chat.

UMGC Faculty, UMGC Alumni, UMGC Career Services and UMGC Success Coach

 5:00- 5:30PM EST

Live Tuition Planning - Tuition payment options and financial aid overview

Learn more about the multiple payment options from UMGC tuition coordinators from our Tuition Planning team. We will present an overview of how to apply for financial aid, use military tuition assistance, corporate tuition benefits, scholarships and our interest free monthly payment plan to invest in yourself through your UMGC education. You will also have an opportunity to ask questions as part of the live Q&A portion of the presentation.

UMGC Tuition Coordinators

 5:30- 6:00PM EST

Live Classroom Walkthrough - Learn to navigate UMGC’s online classroom

Learn how to navigate UMGC’s online classroom, how to access your no cost educational resources, how to connect with available tutoring, UMGC’s online library and the Effective Writing Center in our live presentation facilitated by an admission advisor or student success coach. You will see a live demonstration of an actual UMGC online classroom and submit questions in a live Q&A session.

UMGC Admission Advisors

6:15 - 6:45PM EST

Live Getting Started with your VA Benefits - Explore UMGC’s unique service to military and veteran students

The Veterans Initiatives Office will provide an overview of several topics including: which programs are designed to meet job market demands; explore how UMGC is uniquely designed for adult learners; how to accelerate your path using transfer credits while benefiting from affordable tuition and rolling admissions; and learn about the support and career services available to our military servicemembers, veterans, and their families. You will have the opportunity to submit questions for the presenters as well.

Military Education Coordinators

Exhibit Hall with Booth Details

Payment Options:

Chat about UMGC’s different payment options including UMGC’s interest free monthly payment plan, financial aid, employer and military tuition benefits

Degree Programs:

Chat with an advisor about UMGC degree/certificate programs

Transfer Students:

Chat with an advisor about saving time and money by maximizing transfer credits, including prior learning

Classroom Walkthrough:

Watch a live classroom demonstration and chat with an advisor about classroom navigation

Time Management and Student Success:

Chat with a success coach about balancing multiple priorities, managing your time and success tips

Military and Veteran Services:

Chat with our military/veteran support specialists about specialized services offered for UMGC’s military affiliated students

Academic Advising:

Chat with a success coach about your current or future class schedule, courseload and recommended course sequencing

Career and Alumni Services:

Chat with an advisor or UMGC alumni to learn more about UMGC’s lifetime career services and alumni benefits  

Guest Services:

Need assistance during the event? Visit this virtual booth and chat with an advisor to get assistance

Frequently Asked Questions

This event is designed to help students starting their classes with UMGC this Summer semester. It is also great for prospective students who are considering transferring or applying to UMGC.
  • Admission, Military/Veteran and Academic Advisors
  • Professors
  • Tuition coordinators to discuss financial aid, student accounts, and military and veterans benefits
  • Career Services Advisors
  • Alumni Mentors
You only need to have access to the internet and Zoom. You do not need to download or install any other software to participate.
No. You will have the ability to video chat with UMGC advisors, professors, alumni and staff, however it is not required in order to participate.
Your login details will be emailed to you ahead of the event. You can use these details to access the online event.
  • Complete classroom walkthroughs to ensure you are prepared for classes from day one
  • Gain valuable insight into time management and organizational skills
  • Network with UMGC faculty and alumni
  • Speak to an admissions advisor and get hands-on assistance to ensure a successful first term
  • Learn more about UMGC’s undergraduate and graduate degree programs, student support and veterans services
This is an online event. You do not have to travel to any specific location. You can participate anywhere that you have Internet access. The event is accessible from desktop, mobile and tablet devices.
Yes. Like any physical event, we will have a swag bag for you! You can add all of the documents available to the online swag bag in your account and then email them to yourself or share items with friends and family by simply entering their email.
While live chat and presentations will only be available during the live event, all registrants will be emailed a link to access the recorded portions and student success resources for 30 days following the event date.