Navigating the UMBC Spring Semester: Key Dates and Information

The spring semester at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) requires careful planning and attention to important dates and deadlines. This article provides a comprehensive overview of essential information to help students successfully navigate the semester.

Key Dates and Deadlines

Understanding the academic calendar is crucial for staying on track. Here's a breakdown of significant dates:

Classes Begin: Classes begin Monday, January 31.
Last Day to Add/Drop Courses Without a "W": Friday, February 11.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday (no classes): Classes made up on Mon., Apr. Tue., Apr. 20/21/22 to Thurs./Fri., Apr.
Wed., Apr 23 - Mon. Sept.
Wed., Aug. 12/13 - Fri., Aug.
Mon., Aug. 17/18- Fri., Aug.
Tues., Nov. 24/25 - Fri., Nov.
Mon., Nov. 30/Dec. 1 - Wed., Dec.
Mon., Nov. 23/24 - Mon., Jan.

Be mindful of implications regarding your academic record, course repeats, grading, and billing. There may be financial implications depending on when the course(s) is dropped.

Registration Policies and Procedures

Formal registration in a course is essential. Access to Blackboard does not constitute formal registration. Participating in or attending a course without being on the class roster is against university policy.

Waitlist Monitoring

If you've placed yourself on a waitlist for a course, you've automatically assumed enrollment responsibility, including financial obligations. Over breaks, you may automatically move from a waitlist to an enrolled status. If you no longer wish to be enrolled, remove yourself from the course no later than Friday, February 11.

Maintaining Your UMBC Profile

Keeping your UMBC profile up-to-date is vital for accurate communication and access to resources.

Updating Information

You can view and update your personal information, including:

Online/print directory information
Emergency contact information
Chosen name
Social identifiers (pronouns, gender identity, and LGBTQ+ identity)
Military status
Ethnicity information

This can be done by clicking "profile" on the top navigation menu of myUMBC. You can also check and verify your major and degree progress information.

Profile Sharing

The profile sharing feature allows you to share your grades with family members and your class schedule with your study group.

Seeking Assistance

Should you have any questions regarding your course schedule or need assistance with registration matters, please contact the Registrar's Office.

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Celebrating UMBC: Black & Gold Rush

Each year, alumni, parents, and friends join in to support UMBC during Black & Gold Rush, an annual 36-hour giving event. Donations support various areas of the campus.

External Achievements

University at Albany women's lacrosse junior midfielder and draw control specialist Paisley Cook was named the America East Offensive Player of the Week. In Tuesday's 14-9 win over Niagara, Cook delivered a record-setting performance at the draw circle, securing 21 draw controls. Against UConn on Saturday, Cook continued her all-around impact with four goals and one assist while adding seven draw controls. She placed all eight of her shots on goal and converted three free-position attempts.

UP NEXT: The Great Danes return to action on Saturday, March 7, traveling to Hamilton, N.Y., to face the Colgate Raiders.

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