At University of Maryland Baltimore (UMB), we understand the unique benefits you bring to the classroom—as well as the unique challenges you can face transitioning to civilian life. We offer award-winning, flexible academic programs and services for active-duty military servicemembers, veterans, and military spouses and families. Together, we can help you secure your future and succeed again.

  • UMB and USM Policies concerning Military and Veterans

    University System of Maryland (USM):

    • III-1.41 - POLICY ON CREDIT FOR COMPETENCY-BASED EDUCATION AND PRIOR LEARNING
    • V-7.00 - POLICY ON STUDENTS WHO ARE CALLED TO ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY DURING A NATIONAL OR INTERNATIONAL CRISIS OR CONFLICT
    • VIII‐2.70 - POLICY ON STUDENT CLASSIFICATION FOR ADMISSION AND TUITION PURPOSES

    University of Maryland Baltimore (UMB):

  • DOD Tuition Refund Schedule

    Summer Semester:

    • Before week 1 – 100% return
    • Weeks 1-2 – 90% return
    • Weeks 3-5 – 50% return
    • Week 5 – 25% return
    • >5 Weeks – 0% return

    Fall Semester:

    • Before week 1 – 100% return
    • Weeks 1-2 – 90% return
    • Weeks 3-5 – 50% return
    • Weeks 6-9 – 25% return
    • Weeks >9 – 0% return

    Spring Semester:

    • Before week 1 – 100% return
    • Weeks 1-2 – 90% return
    • Weeks 3-5 – 50% return
    • Weeks 6-9 – 25% return
    • Weeks >9 – 0% return

Principles of Excellence

We are committed to Executive Order 13607, which established the Principles of Excellence for educational institutions serving servicemembers, veterans, spouses, and other family members.