How many credits do you need to graduate from UMD?

120
A minimum of 120 successfully completed course credits is required for graduation in any degree curriculum; however, individual colleges, schools, and departments may establish higher requirements for graduation. Check with your advisor for specific information.

What are the Gen Ed Requirements for UMD?

Requirements of General Education:

• 15 credits / 5 courses. Academic Writing FSAW = 3 credits. Professional Writing FSPW = 3 credits.
• 25 credits / 8 courses. Natural Sciences DSNS / DSNL – 7 credits. History and Social Science DSHS – 6 credits.
• 6 credits, 2 courses. Learn more. Diversity.
• 4 to 6 credits / 2 courses.

What is the GPA requirement for University of Maryland?

With a GPA of 4.32, University of Maryland requires you to be at the top of your class. You’ll need nearly straight A’s in all your classes to compete with other applicants. You should also have taken plenty of AP or IB classes to show your ability to excel in academic challenge.

Do minors show up on diploma UMD?

The awarding of a minor will be noted on your transcript at the time of graduation.

What are gen ed classes?

Gen ed lays the framework for those upper-level major courses and for students’ future careers. A broad, college-level encounter with math, science, communication, writing, and other key disciplines develops critical soft skills, such as analysis and creative problem-solving.

Is UMD graduation in person?

The University of Maryland will be holding its campus-wide Spring 2021 Commencement ceremonies in person on Friday, May 21, 2021. These events will also be live-streamed at commencement.umd.edu.

Is UMD optional for 2022?

In recognition of the ongoing COVID-19 impacts on our prospective students, UMD has decided to extend its practice to make SAT and ACT scores optional for the Spring and Fall of 2022 and 2023 application cycles. You will be able to indicate your test-optional status on the application.

Can I get into UMD with a 3.5 GPA?

Is a 3.5 good? Yes, a 3.5 is well above the the average U.S. high school GPA of 3.0 and demonstrates that you are a serious A level student, well prepared for many top colleges and universities. While a 3.5 is low for highly selective colleges, it offers you a chance at many of the more selective schools in the U.S.