Prospective Undergraduate Students

Welcome to the College of Engineering and Information Technology at UMBC! Our College offers students a robust academic curriculum filled with innovative research, experience with cutting-edge technology, and vital connections to industry and government professionals. Our dynamic approach to the disciplines of Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, and Business Technology Administration ensures that our students are well-prepared for futures in industry, research, graduate studies, and more.

Our bachelor of science degrees in Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Science are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission and the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc., 111 Market Place Suite 1050, Baltimore, Maryland 21202-4012; Phone: 410-347-7700.

Our six majors cover a wide range of content and technical skillsets, but can largely be categorized as Engineering and Computing majors. Please review the charts below to learn more about each of our majors.

Computing Programs Comparision Chart
  • Interdisciplinary program that leads to management positions in the field of Information Systems
  • Students study management, economics, and business administration subjects with exposure to data science, human-centered computing, and communications systems
  • This can lead to jobs as IS managers, analysts, and administrators
  • Majors are eligible to participate in an Accelerated Masters Program at UMBC
  • Information Systems acts as a bridge between business and technology
  • Students take classes in computer programming, mathematics, economics, and management
  • As a discipline, Information Systems take pre-existing software and shape it so it is a better fit for human needs, experiences, and interactions.
  • Prepares students for careers in cyber security, health informatics, data science, human-centered computing, network administration, and project management
  • Information Systems offers many certificates and can lead to an Accelerated Masters Program at UMBC.
  • Computer Science careers build the software foundations of computer applications and systems
  • Students take classes in computer theory, design, architecture, and the development of computer applications and systems
  • Prepares students for careers in artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, malware analysis, data science, game development, graphics, and human-computing interaction
  • Students choose from the following tracks: Traditional, AL/Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or Game Development.
  • Students can also participate in an Accelerated Master’s in Computer Science at UMBC.
  • The Computer Science B.S. is also offered at the Shady Grove campus for students who have completed all 100 and 200-level courses needed for graduation (including GEP requirements)
  • Combines traditional Electrical Engineering with in-depth computer knowledge of Computer Science
  • Students will gain knowledge of both software and hardware and learn several programming languages.
  • Students choose between the following tracks: Communications (most similar to traditional Electrical Engineering), Cybersecurity, and Electronic Systems.
  • Students can participate in the Accelerated Masters program to work toward an M.S. in either Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
Engineering Programs Comparision Chart
  • Combines traditional Electrical Engineering with in-depth knowledge of Computer Science
  • Students will gain knowledge of both software and hardware and learn several programming languages.
  • Students choose between the following tracks: Communications (most similar to traditional Electrical Engineering), Cybersecurity, and Electronic Systems.
  • Students can participate in the Accelerated Masters program at UMBC to work toward an M.S. in either Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
  • Prepares students for careers in chemical production and the manufacture of products through chemical processes.
  • Graduates can find jobs in fields such as pharmaceutical creation, biotechnology, and environmental technology.
  • Students choose between the following tracks: Traditional, Biotechnology and Bioengineering, or Environmental Engineering and Sustainability.
  • Students can also participate in the Accelerated Masters program at UMBC to work toward an M.S. in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
  • Prepares students to design, analyze, manufacture, and maintain mechanical systems.
  • Coursework focuses on the design and production of energy-producing systems and mechanical devices and mechanisms.
  • Graduates are prepared for a variety of fields ranging from biotechnology to transportation and manufacturing.
  • The Mechanical Engineering B.S. is also offered at the Shady Grove campus for students who have completed all 100 and 200-level courses needed for graduation (including GEP requirements)
  • Students can also participate in the Accelerated Masters program at UMBC to work toward an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering.

Our team of academic advisors is here to guide you as you join UMBC’s community of inquiring minds. To start getting connected to our office, please select from the student type that best fits where you are in your academic journey.

What type of student am I?

Prospective Freshmen

Traditional Freshman

  • UMBC would be your first higher education institution following high school graduation.
  • You may have AP or IB scores for credit, but you did not take college classes.

 

Freshman with Advanced Standing

  • You took college classes while still enrolled in high school.
  • You may have earned an Associate degree at the same time as your high school diploma.
  • UMBC would be your first higher education institution following high school graduation.

Prospective Transfer Students

Maryland Community College Transfer Student

  • You attended a Maryland Community College after completing high school
  • You completed at least 12 credits after high school graduation.

 

Maryland Four-Year or Out-of-State Transfer Student

  • You attended either an institution of higher learning (2 or 4 years) other than a Maryland Community College.
  • You completed at least 12 credits after high school graduation

International Transfer Student

  • You attended an international institution of higher education after earning a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • You completed at least 12 credits after high school or equivalent.
  • You should talk to your transfer advisor about how your international credits might apply towards a degree program at UMBC.