Funds are limited, so students are encouraged to apply early. The UMUC President's Grant program offers grants to students who demonstrate financial need. Funds are limited, so students are urged to apply early. UMUC scholarship programs, which include the UMUC President's Scholarship, offer a number of institutional scholarships as well as scholarships from corporate donors and foundations. A separate scholarship application must be completed for consideration.
Requirements vary according to the individual scholarship programs.
Most scholarships require a minimum GPA for consideration. Students may refer to the UMUC scholarship brochure for further information. Maryland state grant and scholarship programs provide financial assistance to Maryland residents based primarily on financial need. Awards typically require enrollment of at least 12 credits per semester. Senatorial and Delegate Scholarship awards are based on criteria established by the elected official.