Discover the University

Learn about all that the University of Maryland has to offer!

History and Mission

• Facts and Figures
  Summary of enrollment, listing of the university's rankings by national magazines and reports, and recent accomplishments, achievements and honors by the people of the University of Maryland


• Mission Statement
  A statement of our institutional identity, capabilities, and objectives and outcomes.


• Maryland Traditions
  Who is Testudo, just where did "Fear the Turtle" come from, and what song does the Memorial Chapel carillon chime every hour?


• University of Maryland A to Z
  Learn about Maryland traditions and many other fun and unusual tales about our campus, from its founding in 1856 as the Maryland Agricultural College to the twenty-first century.

Academic Information

Select from the drop-down menus to learn more about programs of study.

• Undergraduate Catalog
• Graduate Catalog
• Schedule of Classes

Academic Support

• Learning Assistance Service
• National Scholarships Office
• Academic Achievement Programs
• Tutoring

Student Services

• Campus Recreation Services
• Career Center
• Commuter Student Involvement
• Counseling
• Disability Support Services
• Dining Services
• Financial Aid
• Fraternity and Sorority Life
• Health Center
• Off-Campus Housing Services
• Resident Life
• Stamp Student Union and Campus Programs
• Student Affairs
• Transportation Services (Parking & Shuttle-UM info)