University of Maryland Eastern Shore

University of Maryland Eastern Shore requires at least 120 credits to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. University of Maryland Eastern Shore accepts transfer credits. Additionally, University of Maryland Eastern Shore has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 40% of students who start college at University of Maryland Eastern Shore complete all the credits required within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	–	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: University of Maryland Eastern Shore may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Will I Take At University of Maryland Eastern Shore?

University of Maryland Eastern Shore has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement, but there is a math and science requirement.

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	Yes

Reminder: Check with University of Maryland Eastern Shore directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at University of Maryland Eastern Shore

When choosing a major, University of Maryland Eastern Shore students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at University of Maryland Eastern Shore.University of Maryland Eastern Shore allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. University of Maryland Eastern Shore false.University of Maryland Eastern Shore offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to grad school.

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Frequently Asked Questions About University of Maryland Eastern Shore

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Does University of Maryland Eastern Shore Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ University of Maryland Eastern Shore offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does University of Maryland Eastern Shore Offer Online Classes?

❌ University of Maryland Eastern Shore false or fully-online programs, so students must be able to attend classes on-campus.

Does University of Maryland Eastern Shore Give AP Credit?

✅ University of Maryland Eastern Shore true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does University of Maryland Eastern Shore Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at University of Maryland Eastern Shore, check with the school directly. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

Does University of Maryland Eastern Shore Require Internships?

🟨 University of Maryland Eastern Shore does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About University of Maryland Eastern Shore

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University of Maryland Eastern Shore Library

The main library on campus is the Frederick Douglass Library.

Dual Degree Programs at University of Maryland Eastern Shore

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

University of Maryland Eastern Shore does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does University of Maryland Eastern Shore have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

University of Maryland Eastern Shore has an Army ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at University of Maryland Eastern Shore include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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