About UMB

Opened in 1807, the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is Maryland’s public health, law, and human services university, dedicated to excellence in education, research, clinical care, and public service. UMB enrolls over 7,100 students in six nationally ranked professional schools — dentistry, law, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and social work — and an interdisciplinary Graduate School.

UMB Mission: To improve the human condition and serve the public good of Maryland and society at-large through education, research, clinical care, and service.

Welcome to Baltimore

Mixing small-town charm with big-city amenities, Baltimore is known and celebrated for many things, including its storied place in American history, quirky arts and culture, diverse and unique neighborhoods, museums and theaters, tourist attractions, sports teams, and much more.

Campus Maps/Virtual Tours

Maryland Residency Information

It is the policy of the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) to grant in-state status for admission and tuition purposes as defined by the VIII-2.70 Policy on Student Classification for Admission and Tuition Purposes of the University System of Maryland, which contains residency requirements, procedures, and appeal information.

SURFS

Your hub for grades, billing, and financial aid information.

Housing

Forget long commutes and rushing to class. Fayette Square and Pascault Row offer the best features of apartment living for today's sophisticated scholar, all within steps of your classes. Links below are to on and off campus housing options.

Email: umbhousing@umaryland.edu

University Student Financial Assistance

We believe that all students should develop a spending plan and make wise decisions before borrowing any money to finance their education.

Student Financial Services/Student Health Insurance Plan

Student Billing Information, Disbursements and Refunds, Student Health Insurance Plan, Loan Repayments.

Student Health Center

Student Health is dedicated to providing you with the highest quality care in a friendly and expedient manner.

UMB Shuttle

The UMB shuttle provides the University community with a variety of bus routes that travel to neighborhoods such as Federal Hill, Mount Vernon, and Canton/Fells Point, transporting University of Maryland students to and from the University fare-free.

Student Counseling Center

We provide short-term, professional counseling and psychiatric services for currently enrolled full-time and part-time UMB students. Our mission is to help promote and maintain the emotional well-being of UMB students and serve as a resource to the entire university community.

URecFit and Wellness

University Recreation and Fitness (URecFit) and Wellness exists to support the UMB students & community in the pursuit of well-being.

Educational Support and Disability Services

The Office of Educational Support and Disability Services (ESDS) coordinates services to assist students with disabilities in obtaining reasonable accommodations through an interactive process involving the student and the school.

Computer and Network Services

Information Technology Services provides information technology support to the school, including email, printing, and network access. You will receive your email set up by July.

Intercultural Leadership and Engagement

The Intercultural Leadership and Engagement Center was recently created to aid the University in advancing student success and the development of cultural competencies to inform professional practice. We aim to provide academic and social support to historically underrepresented populations while enhancing skills for intercultural development and intergroup dialogue.

Office of International Services

Locate travel information, translation and cultural protocol services, an international travel registry, and resources for prospective and current international students, scholars, faculty, and staff.

One Card

‌One Card/Campus ID is the official identification card for students, faculty, and staff and is required for entrance into all buildings on the University of Maryland, Baltimore campus. Students can upload new one card information beginning in July.

Accountability and Compliance

Guided by UMB’s core values, the Office of Accountability and Compliance is committed to fostering a transparent culture within which members of the University community are encouraged and feel supported in taking responsibility for seeking guidance and assistance in addressing accountability and compliance concerns.

Parking and Transportation Services

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) Office of Parking and Transportation Services strives to provide students, faculty, staff, and visitors with the best possible parking and transportation experience. 

UMB Police and Public Safety

The University of Maryland, Baltimore Police Department’s mission is to promote a safe and secure campus environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Offering Safe Walk/Safe Ride services available on campus 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Libraries

UMB's libraries offer information resources and services to help students, faculty, and staff excel. With a wealth of databases, tutorials, study spaces, journals, and outstanding book collections, the HS/HSL and the Thurgood Marshall Law Library are well worth your visit.

Bookstore/SMC Campus Center

Find UMB gear and order textbooks.

Writing Center

At the UMB Writing Center, we meet with faculty, staff, post-doctoral fellows, students, researchers, and members of Baltimore communities to discuss strategies for writing.

Dress Code

This guideline is intended to convey that the School of Pharmacy is a community of professionals and professionals in training.

Business Casual dress is appropriate for class attendance and most other events.
Business Smart dress is appropriate whenever representatives of outside organizations are expected to attend and for Abilities Lab.