Welcome to Scholars
A nationally acclaimed living–learning program
The attention of a small college, the opportunities of a cutting-edge research university.
Here's what to do next...
1. Register for our online info session on Thursday, Feb. 5 at 7 p.m. ET to get introduced to what Scholars is and how it can enhance your UMD experience. Get the scoop from Scholars students. If the Zoom has reached capacity, head over to the Scholars YouTube page and watch the live broadcast!
2. Dig deeper into all things Scholars! Check out the 'About' and other pages on our website.
3. Read up on our 13 unique programs. (You'll want to do this in preparation for Step 4!)
4. Complete the Program Preference Form in your Terps Application Portal by 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 16 to reserve your space in Scholars!
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 ShowcaseThis program sends me forward equipped with knowledge, skills, a network and the courage I need to continue my growth.
Important Upcoming Dates
Scholars Online Info Session - Feb 5, 7 p.m. EST
Scholars Touchpoint #1 - Feb. 6, 7 p.m. EST
Scholars Touchpoint #2 - Feb. 9, 7 p.m. EST
Scholars Touchpoint #3 - Feb. 12, 7 p.m. EST
Program Preference Form Due - Feb 16 by 11:59 p.m. EST
Latest News
Mckinley’s Climb
In the “fireman’s carry,” a wrestler hoists an opponent over their shoulders before flipping them to the mat. It sounds like a move favored by mountainous pros like the Rock or the Big Show, but it’s also the favorite of a freckle-faced 5’5” Terp who stands among the nation’s best female collegiate grapplers.Then-freshman Mckinley Jovanovic, who is a Public Leadership scholar, won last year’s National Collegiate Wrestling Association (NCWA) Mideast regional tournament in the women’s 131-pound weight class—a first for a UMD woman in any class—and finished fifth in nationals to net All-American honors.
Mckinley’s Climb
In the “fireman’s carry,” a wrestler hoists an opponent over their shoulders before flipping them to the mat. It sounds like a move favored by mountainous pros like the Rock or the Big Show, but it’s also the favorite of a freckle-faced 5’5” Terp who stands among the nation’s best female collegiate grapplers.Then-freshman Mckinley Jovanovic, who is a Public Leadership scholar, won last year’s National Collegiate Wrestling Association (NCWA) Mideast regional tournament in the women’s 131-pound weight class—a first for a UMD woman in any class—and finished fifth in nationals to net All-American honors.
Mckinley’s Climb
In the “fireman’s carry,” a wrestler hoists an opponent over their shoulders before flipping them to the mat. It sounds like a move favored by mountainous pros like the Rock or the Big Show, but it’s also the favorite of a freckle-faced 5’5” Terp who stands among the nation’s best female collegiate grapplers.Then-freshman Mckinley Jovanovic, who is a Public Leadership scholar, won last year’s National Collegiate Wrestling Association (NCWA) Mideast regional tournament in the women’s 131-pound weight class—a first for a UMD woman in any class—and finished fifth in nationals to net All-American honors.
From Timeout to ‘Now a Terp’
Three local high school students attending the University of Maryland’s men’s basketball matchup vs. Penn State thought they’d been selected to play a “find Testudo” game at midcourt.What they found instead is their future for the next four years: Kingsley Nwogu, Laura Civillico and Joseph Southall were each handed letters welcoming them to UMD’s Class of 2030. Laura and Joseph were also the first to discover they had been invited to College Park Scholars.
From Timeout to ‘Now a Terp’
Three local high school students attending the University of Maryland’s men’s basketball matchup vs. Penn State thought they’d been selected to play a “find Testudo” game at midcourt.What they found instead is their future for the next four years: Kingsley Nwogu, Laura Civillico and Joseph Southall were each handed letters welcoming them to UMD’s Class of 2030. Laura and Joseph were also the first to discover they had been invited to College Park Scholars.
From Timeout to ‘Now a Terp’
Three local high school students attending the University of Maryland’s men’s basketball matchup vs. Penn State thought they’d been selected to play a “find Testudo” game at midcourt.What they found instead is their future for the next four years: Kingsley Nwogu, Laura Civillico and Joseph Southall were each handed letters welcoming them to UMD’s Class of 2030. Laura and Joseph were also the first to discover they had been invited to College Park Scholars.
PL Alum Tapped to Lead State Government Relations
The University of Maryland recently named Maryland Delegate Jazz M. Lewis as its director of state government relations. As director, Lewis will serve as the university’s primary liaison to state and local officials, working closely with senior leadership, faculty and campus partners to advance UMD’s priorities.Lewis is a two-time graduate of the University of Maryland, earning a Bachelor of Arts in government and politics and a Master of Public Policy degree. As an undergraduate, he participated in College Park Scholars’ Public Leadership Program, an experience he credits with launching his career in public service.
PL Alum Tapped to Lead State Government Relations
The University of Maryland recently named Maryland Delegate Jazz M. Lewis as its director of state government relations. As director, Lewis will serve as the university’s primary liaison to state and local officials, working closely with senior leadership, faculty and campus partners to advance UMD’s priorities.Lewis is a two-time graduate of the University of Maryland, earning a Bachelor of Arts in government and politics and a Master of Public Policy degree. As an undergraduate, he participated in College Park Scholars’ Public Leadership Program, an experience he credits with launching his career in public service.
PL Alum Tapped to Lead State Government Relations
The University of Maryland recently named Maryland Delegate Jazz M. Lewis as its director of state government relations. As director, Lewis will serve as the university’s primary liaison to state and local officials, working closely with senior leadership, faculty and campus partners to advance UMD’s priorities.Lewis is a two-time graduate of the University of Maryland, earning a Bachelor of Arts in government and politics and a Master of Public Policy degree. As an undergraduate, he participated in College Park Scholars’ Public Leadership Program, an experience he credits with launching his career in public service.
14th Good Neighbor Day engages volunteers
Students from Data Justice were among many College Park Scholars programs participating in the 2025 edition of Good Neighbor Day throughout the city of College Park and surrounding areas.
14th Good Neighbor Day engages volunteers
Students from Data Justice were among many College Park Scholars programs participating in the 2025 edition of Good Neighbor Day throughout the city of College Park and surrounding areas.
14th Good Neighbor Day engages volunteers
Students from Data Justice were among many College Park Scholars programs participating in the 2025 edition of Good Neighbor Day throughout the city of College Park and surrounding areas.
Transforming Campus Cultures for Good
Many transformative practices that University of Maryland College of Education researchers, including College Park Scholars' coordinator for student engagement Dr. Ashley Ogwo, have uncovered in a study of how higher education institutions are facilitating success for their Black, Latine, Indigenous and low-income students.
Transforming Campus Cultures for Good
Many transformative practices that University of Maryland College of Education researchers, including College Park Scholars' coordinator for student engagement Dr. Ashley Ogwo, have uncovered in a study of how higher education institutions are facilitating success for their Black, Latine, Indigenous and low-income students.
Transforming Campus Cultures for Good
Many transformative practices that University of Maryland College of Education researchers, including College Park Scholars' coordinator for student engagement Dr. Ashley Ogwo, have uncovered in a study of how higher education institutions are facilitating success for their Black, Latine, Indigenous and low-income students.