University Of Maryland University College
Coordinates: 38°59′8.93″N 76°57′24.12″W / 38.9858139°N 76.9567°W / 38.9858139; -76.9567
| University of Maryland University College |
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|---|---|
| Established | 1947 |
| Type | Public university |
| President | Javier Miyares |
| Provost | Marie Cini (Acting) |
| Academic staff | 3,800 |
| Undergraduates | 68,996 |
| Postgraduates | 17,475 |
| Location | Adelphi, Maryland, United States 38°59′8.93″N 76°57′24.12″W / 38.9858139°N 76.9567°W / 38.9858139; -76.9567 |
| Campus | 53 locations |
| Colors | Navy and Goldenrod |
| Website | www.umuc.edu |
The University of Maryland University College (UMUC) is located in the unincorporated community of Adelphi in Prince George's County, Maryland in the United States. Serving over 90,000 students worldwide, UMUC is the largest 4-year public university in Maryland and one of the largest distance learning universities. The university offers 120 academic programs in instructor-led and online classes, including bachelor, masters, and doctoral degrees as well as undergraduate and graduate certificates. UMUC is a member of the University System of Maryland, which includes eleven separate public universities in Maryland.
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