Professional Programs Student Success

The Office of Professional Programs Student Success team provides centralized support services to professional graduate program students. The Student Success Team will help you manage your program from the time you are enrolled through graduation and serve as a centralized resource for students to achieve their academic goals.

If you have any questions, please contact us directly by emailing opp-studentsuccess@umbc.edu.

Professional Graduate Program Student Resources

Upcoming Events for Current Students

Recordings from Previous Events

Use the links below to watch recordings from select events hosted by the Office of Professional Programs Student Success Team.

Academic and Professional Writing

Explore the differences in academic and professional writing styles, and provide resources aimed at improving writing skills.

UMBC Campus Community Resources

Learn how to locate and better understand campus resources to support your holistic well-being during their studies.

How to Register for Your Classes

Prepare for the upcoming semester by learning how to register for courses.

Spring 2025

Schedule of Classes Published: Monday, October 21, 2024
Advanced Registration Begins: Monday, October 28, 2024
Registration for Newly Admitted Students Begins: December 1, 2024
Non-Degree Registration Begins: Monday, January 20, 2025
Semester Dates:
January 27 to May 13, 2025
Last Day to Add/Drop a Class: Friday, February 7, 2025
Final Exams: May 15 to 21, 2025
View Full Spring Academic Calendar

Summer 2025

Schedule of Classes Published: Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Registration Begins: Monday, March 3, 2025
Summer Session I: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 (4, 6, 8 and 12 weeks)
Summer Session II: Monday, July 7, 2025 (4 and 6 weeks)
Last Day to Add/Drop a Class: See Summer Academic Calendar
*Summer Session courses may be 4, 6, 8, or 12 weeks. Review course details carefully when selecting courses.

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Contact us directly by emailing opp-studentsuccess@umbc.edu.