Deadlines Matter!

DEADLINES MATTER!

Transfer admission to all Maryland public schools has become increasingly competitive. U. of MD - College Park, Towson, UMBC, and Salisbury, among others, have reported dramatic increases in transfer applications for Fall 2010. All Maryland state-supported schools have seen a rise in MD residents who previously went to out-of-state schools; these students are transferring back to MD system schools for economic reasons. The result: greater competition for transfer student seats. Because transfer admission has become so competitive and space is limited, all students are encouraged to apply for transfer admission to any school well BEFORE the transfer deadlines posted.

• If you plan to transfer to another school this Spring 2011, apply by October 15th, 2010.


• If you plan to transfer to another school next Fall 2011, apply by February 1st, 2011 or earlier .

(Don't) Fear the Turtle - Enroll in UMCP's MTAP Program

The Maryland Transfer Advantage Program (MTAP) guarantees transfer admission to Montgomery College students who complete 30 or more credits including EN 102/109 and MA 110 or higher and who have a 3.0 grade point average (for all majors except those with more competitive requirements, aka Limited Enrollment Programs (LEP's). See the list of UMCP Majors here (with LEP's on the right).


In addition to guaranteed admission, MTAP students are invited to participate in advising information sessions for all majors while enrolled at MC, and they have opportunities to take courses at UM at a reduced price while enrolled as students at MC.

MTAP is FREE - for further details regarding the requirements & benefits of this program, go to the

• MTAP Maryland Transfer Advantage Program Website.
• Download the MTAP Application Form

NOTE that on the MTAP Application Form, you need to complete Item 16 - "Why I want to participate in the MTAP Program" (this statement can be brief, but it must be completed!). Turn in your MTAP Form to any MC Admissions Office - Montgomery College will then attach your transcript to the MTAP Form - you do not need to request a copy of your transcript.

For more information on transferring to UMCP, you can also watch "So You Want to Be a Terp?"

UMBC's Transfer Student Alliance - TSA

UMBC offers a special transfer partnership opportunity for Montgomery College students. While enrolled at MC, students may join the TSA (Transfer Student Alliance) for these great benefits:

UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS, TSA PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE:

• Guaranteed transfer admission to UMBC.

• Guaranteed on-campus housing upon initial matriculation at UMBC (students may re-contract for housing for subsequent years of study). Eligible students may re-contract for housing for subsequent years of study, per the established deadlines of the UMBC Office of Residential Life

• A $1,500 merit scholarship for each of two years of full-time study. This award can be accepted with other UMBC merit award offers.

For requirements, an application and other TSA information: www.umbc.edu/undergraduate/learn/tsa_mc.html

TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS - Make Yourself an Attractive Scholarship Candidate

Merit scholarships are typically awarded on the basis of academic, athletic or artistic merit, in addition to special interests. Some merit scholarships also consider financial need, but rewarding talent is the goal of many programs. Programs want students who have "demonstrated academic excellence and have leadership qualities." So how do you get there?

• Get involved in activities! Join student clubs, take on leadership roles, look into internships, community service, volunteer work... Look for ideas @ your campus's Office of Student Life.


• Take challenging courses! Honors classes (minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 required) allow you to demonstrate your academic ability and cultivate relationships with professors. In regular classes, get to know your professors. They are the people who will write letters of recommendation on your behalf. Choose classes with the assistance of an MC counselor - don't self advise!


• Look at small, private colleges and universities in addition to state schools. Small, private schools often offer more generous awards to students than do state schools.


• Consider other specialized schools, such as women's colleges and historically black colleges and universities where there may be additional opportunities.

Finding scholarship money takes time and effort. Begin your search now at the MC Transfer Scholarship Page.

Montgomery College's Fifth Annual College Scholarship Conference

FREE TO THE PUBLIC!
Saturday, October 30, 2010
9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Universities at Shady Grove * New location
9630 Gudelsky DriveRockville, MD 20850
Directions

Conference Information & Activities:
› Scholarship Information ›Transfer Information ›Financial Aid Information
›Information Tables › Student Panels ›Representatives from Regional Colleges & Universities

Online pre-registration is required. scholarshipconference@montgomerycollege.edu.

Registration begins September 15, 2010.

Co-sponsored by Montgomery College, The Universities at Shady Grove, and the Gazette.

Questions? Contact conference organizers The Transfer Scholarship Coordinating Committee at scholarshipconference@montgomerycollege.edu.

UMBC Prospective Transfer Information Sessions

UMBC offers Transfer Information Sessions at 1:30 pm on select Tuesday and Fridays, and limited Saturdays at 11 am. Optional campus tours are available begininning at 12 pm.

Please see the schedule for specific date and time options -- http://www.umbc.edu/undergraduate/transfer_reg_ns.html#dates, then complete the registration form.

For further information or to make reservations via phone, call 410-455-2292 or 1-800-UMBC-4U2

University of Baltimore - Still accepting students for the Fall 2010 Semester

Did you know that UB is still accepting students for the fall 2010 semester???????

• Transfer scholarships and financial aid are still available. (www.ubalt.edu/transferscholarships)
• Application fee waivers are available.
• Majors like Real Estate and Game Design and English. (www.ubalt.edu/majors)
• Housing opportunities are also available! (www.ubalt.edu/housing)
• There is room at the Shady Grove location also! (www.ubalt.edu/shadygrove)
• Applications will be accepted until next Tuesday, August 31st.

Visit www.ubalt.edu/transfer, call 410.837.4777 or email at transfer@ubalt.edu to get more information.