Note: For referrals regarding students who are exhibiting concerning behaviors (suicidal expression, threat of harm to self/others, deep sadness, confusion, threats, etc.), please report this concern to the Retriever CARE Team via care@umbc.edu or by calling 410-455-2770. Violent acts should be reported immediately to the University Police at 410-455-5555.
Frequently Asked Questions which can be answered without filling out the referral form:
Visit your myUMBC Profile-the contact information for your Academic Advisor is available at the top.
If you are still exploring majors: Find an appointment here with the Office for Academic and Pre-Professional Advising.
I have a hold on my account and can’t register.
To clear Financial Holds and pay a bill: Contact Student Business Services here.
For Equity and Civil Rights (ECR) holds: Complete the ECR Training here.
For Health holds: Contact Retriever Integrated Health Services here.
To clear any other holds, please meet with your advisor. They can help you navigate those processes.
I need help with time management.
Academic Skills Meetings can be scheduled through the Academic Success Center for all undergraduate students at UMBC. Academic Skills Meetings are a one-to-one meeting with a trained peer to help you build skills including:
- Academic Accountability Support
- Time Management
- Motivation Tips
- Study Skills
I need to change my major.
- As you consider which major is the best fit for you, the Office for Academic and Pre-Professional Advising is ready to offer support, including their calendar where you can schedule an appointment . The academic advisors in this office are committed to helping you explore degree options and evaluate general education, gateway, and major requirements. This office welcomes all students needing major exploration assistance and works with them until an appropriate new academic plan is secured.
- There are also many ways to explore potential majors on your own and maybe even create your own major through the Individualized Study Program. Some of the most popular and practical methods to exploring potential majors are shared on the Individualized Study Program website.
- If you already have a new major in mind you can reach out to an academic advisor from that department for assistance and help with selecting courses.
Once you have met with an academic advisor from one of the offices noted above and/or selected a new major you must fill out and submit a Declaration of Major Form to the Registrar’s Office or, if advisor approval is required, an you can contact an academic advisor from your new major. This is a website with more information about how to change a major, minor, or certificate/track link.
I need help with financial aid.
Reach out to your assigned Financial Aid Counselor to answer any financial aid related matters.
I need help with my transfer credit/transcript.
If you are looking to see which of your previous credits (i.e. AP, IB, transfer credits) transferred to UMBC, please review your Transfer Credit Report. If you have further questions about your transfer credits or transcript, please contact the Registrar’s Office Transfer Services Team!