Office of Extended Studies
0132 Main Administration Building
301-405-7762
Chuck Wilson, Assistant Vice President for Extended Studies
oes.umd.edu
The Office of Extended Studies administers the University's
Summer Term, Freshmen First, Young Scholars Program, Freshmen Connection
Program, Winter Term, and Professional Programs.
Summer Term offers over 1,700 undergraduate and
graduate courses and non-credit workshops that are open to current Maryland
students, visiting students from other colleges, graduates, professionals, high
school students, and more. Classes are
offered morning, afternoon, evening, and online during two 6-week sessions or
four 3-week sessions. In the Young Scholars Program, academically
qualified high school juniors and seniors pursue academic interests, discover
career opportunities, and learn about university life. Freshmen
First provides fall and spring newly admitted Maryland freshmen an opportunity to
transition into while earning academic credit.
The Freshmen Connection Program is a fall semester academic program specifically designed
for students who confirm spring admission to the University of Maryland.
Students who enroll in this extension program earn up to 16 credits toward
their undergraduate degree.
Winter Term is a three-week session in January
offering more than 200 undergraduate and graduate courses as well as noncredit
workshops. Winter Term provides an opportunity for students to accelerate their
progress toward graduation, fulfill prerequisites, and meet eligibility
requirements for certain majors.
Professional Programs
provides lifelong learning opportunities for working professionals at the University of Maryland. Professional master degrees and graduate
certificates are offered in either the traditional face-to-face classroom
environment or through the flexible online learning format. Professional Programs also include
post-baccalaureate opportunities that assist in preparation for professional
schools, graduate programs, and professional achievement as well as customized
programs that include seminars, work force training, or short courses crafted
for industry application.
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