Welcome to Scholars

A nationally acclaimed living–learning program

The attention of a small college, the opportunities of a cutting-edge research university.

Learn How Scholars Works

Here's what to do next...

Complete the Program Preference Form in your Terps Application Portal by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 16, to reserve your space in Scholars!
Meet us at one of UMD's in-person Admitted Student Open Houses! The first one is Saturday, March 7. College Park Scholars will host a general information session in the Stamp Student Union. Then follow us over to the Cambridge Community for an opportunity to meet students and faculty in your Scholars program, plus a residence hall tour.
If you are unable to join us for an Admitted Student Open House, register to attend one of our In-Person Info Sessions! Our first one is Friday, March 13, beginning at 12 p.m. ET. These sessions are being held in conjunction with UMD's Next Stop Maryland visit days, which offer a condensed open-house experience. Please note that you will need to register for Next Stop Maryland and the I n-Person Info Session separately.
Dig deeper into all things Scholars! Read up on our 13 unique programs and check out the 'About' and other pages on our website.

Programs that enhance your studies

Each College Park Scholars program covers a thematic area that allows students to connect their major and other interests and gain new perspectives

Learn About Our Programs

29th Annual Academic Showcase

What a time! Thank you to all the mentors, faculty, staff, and distinguished guests who came out to support our Scholars!

Images from 2025 Academic Showcase

This program sends me forward equipped with knowledge, skills, a network and the courage I need to continue my growth.

Ruth Murdoch '23 Environment, Technology and Economy

9,000+

Internships, research projects and service-learning initiatives completed for sophomore capstone

90%

Percent of Scholars who do at least 1 internship while at UMD

33%

Percent of Scholars who complete 3+ internships while at UMD

35%

Percent of Scholars who participate in research while at UMD

Approximate number of majors in each Scholars cohort

Important Upcoming Dates

Program Preference Form Due - Feb 16 by 11:59 p.m. EST

On-Campus Admitted Student Open House - March 7, April 10

Meet Your Program Virtual Info Session - March 11, 7 p.m. EST

Next Stop Maryland On-Campus Visit Days - Multiple February, March, and April dates

Virtual Admitted Student Open House - April 23

Scholars In-Person Info Sessions - March 13, March 27, March 30, April 3, April 13, April 24