University of Maryland University College is one of 11 accredited degree-granting institutions in the University System of Maryland. For 50 years, the university has fulfilled its principal mission: to serve adult, part-time students through high-quality educational opportunities.

Classroom sites can be found throughout Maryland, the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area, and at over 100 overseas locations. Students also can "attend class" from anywhere in the world by connecting electronically via the Internet.

University of Maryland University College's online program offerings surpass those of any other university in the world. Students can choose from 24 complete bachelor's and master's degree programs completely online via WebTycho, the university's state-of-the-art interactive classroom software.

The Office of Distance Education & Lifelong Learning supports UMUC's global virtual university by providing leadership in research, faculty development, intellectual property, technology assessment, multi-media services, pedagogy and instructional applications, and e-commerce licensing and sales.

University of Maryland University College allows busy adults to take control of their careers and their lives through the power of education.