Freshman Year: 30 Credits
- Develop friendships & become involved on campus
- Connect with one faculty or staff member who cares about your individual success
- Plan your first 2 years of course work, confirming and including any transfer courses
that apply - Take our free online course that shows you how to devote ample time to your coursework
Sophomore Year: 60 Credits
- Confirm your academic major. Know requirements for your catalog year and career options related to that major.
- Make a plan for completing your remaining degree requirements and get registered on GoldPASS.
- Get involved in learning opportunities that are challenging and relevant to your goals and life
Junior Year: 90 Credits
- Expand your learning. Study abroad, be a leader, volunteer in the community, complete an internship, do a research project.
- Develop your job or graduate school strategy and update your GoldPASS info
- Update your academic plan as necessary
Senior Year: 120+ Credits
- Participate in a capstone experience related to your field of study
- Seek additional learning opportunities aligned with your post-graduation plans
- Implement the job or graduate school strategy you developed during your junior year and make sure GoldPASS info is current
- Complete the Undergraduate Application for Degree and Commencement Attendance Questionnaire
Throughout your college experience:
- be an active, engaged learner
- maintain good academic standing and successfully complete an average of 15 credits per semester
- know your degree requirements per your academic catalog year
- monitor your learning goals and document your college achievements
- be a positive member of UMD's academic and social communities
- become actively involved in at least one co-curricular activity
- use campus resources and ask for help when you need it
- develop a financial plan and maintain financial aid eligibility (if applicable)
