The Office of Admissions recruits and admits students.  They have campus visits and tours available for the asking.  Requests for information or application to attend UMD can be done on-line.

Planning a career helps in choosing a major field of study.  Our Career Services office has many resources available to assist with this task.  They offer a career handbook as well as job fairs and sessions on planning careers.

Should students have a disability (learning, psychological, physical, hearing or visual) that requires academic accomodations, the Office of Disability Resources is there to assist.  They provide accommodations that range from extra time for tests to note-takers to interpreters in class. Their web page gives information on providing documentation of disability.

The Office of First Year Experience & Students in Transition (FYE & SIT) works closely with students and parents on scheduling the advisement and registration session. As students register, parents are welcome to participate in a session designed for them.  The staff in FYE & SIT office are here to help students throughout the first year in college.

The Supportive Services Program are involved in assisting students master the courses they register for.  If students experience difficulty with the subject matter, they need only stop in to the Tutoring Center and sign up for some group help.

The Office of Financial Aid and Registrar has a dual purpose - to provide students with financial aid and also maintain their academic record until they receive their degrees.  Their web pages have a wealth of information on both subjects, and their Student Assistance Center staff (23 Solon Campus Center) are extremely helpful. Students can choose to grant parental viewing access to their record by visting a web site and granting permission.

Our Knowledge Management Center supports three applications created by the U of M to help students plan their academic path, document learning and find ways to get involved. The Graduation Planner allows students to plan for all the requirements needed for their proposed major(s) and to share their plans with their advisers for feedback. The ePortfolio tool assists students in documenting learning. Students can showcase their skills and abilities by creating professional portfolios to share with future employers or anyone their choose. The new Engage! search engine gives students an easy way to discover opportunities that helps pursue interests and aspirations and compliment their academic experiences.

Kirby Student Center provides numerous leadership and student organization involvement.  There are also various social, cultural and recreational groups on campus.

The Office of Cultural Diversity supports students by enhancing academic achievement, creating a sense of belonging, celebrating diversity, and fostering positive relations among UMD students.

The health and wellness of your son or daughter is a concern to you and to us.  Our Student Health Service provides medical services, as well as counseling services and health education. Staff are well trained to deal with any situation that arises.