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This event is designed to help students starting their classes with UMGC this Fall 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.
Send an email to umgc@getvfairs.io for any technical assistance.
  • 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.