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SERVICES AND RESOURCESStudents must request accommodations each time they register.The first time a student requests accommodation, current(within three years) documentation of a disability mustbe submitted. Depending on the disability, documentationmay include secondary school records; medical, psychiatric, orpsychological reports and diagnoses; or a psychoeducationalevaluation. The documentation must provide clear and specificevidence of a disability and recommended accommodationsfrom a qualified licensed professional.All UMUC students are required to meet university policiesand procedures and the academic requirements of all graduatedegrees and certificates. Students with disabilities should reviewthe academic and administrative requirements listed under theprogram descriptions in this graduate catalog. Students shouldnot apply to a UMUC certificate or degree program with theexpectation that any academic requirement or administrativepolicy will be waived or substituted.For more information, students should call Disability Services at800-888-UMUC, ext. 2287, or 240-684-2277 (TTY) or send ane-mail to disabilityservices@umuc.edu.Transcript ServicesStudents should contact the Office of the Registrar to receive anofficial UMUC transcript. Written requests should be addressedto Office of the Registrar, University of Maryland UniversityCollege, 3501 University Boulevard East, Adelphi, MD 20783.Continuing students may request transcripts via MyUMUC athttps://my.umuc.edu.Graduation ServicesAdvisors are available to answer any questions about requirementsfor graduation and the application for diploma or certificateat 800-888-UMUC, ext. 2100, or gradinfo@umuc.edu.Golden ID ProgramSenior citizens may qualify for participation in the GoldenIdentification program, which allows them to register for up to6 credits per standard session without paying tuition. Studentsmust be Maryland residents, U.S. citizens, or documentedpermanent residents; 60 years old by the beginning date of thesession for which they are applying; and not employed morethan 20 hours per week to qualify for this program. Golden IDstudents may only register the week before classes begin on aspace-available basis. Benefits do not apply to Master of BusinessAdministration, Master of Science in cybersecurity or cybersecuritypolicy, Executive Programs, or 800-level courses. To requestan application, students should contact Graduate Advising at800-888-UMUC. More information on this program is availableonline at www.umuc.edu/grad/stud/golden.shtml.Student Advisory CouncilThe Student Advisory Council provides an avenue for studentsto express their concerns about UMUC or their academic career.The council consists of 12 members, elected by their fellowstudents, who act in an advisory capacity to the university president,provost, deans, and other officials on behalf of all students.Students who would like to see certain issues addressed or whohave questions should contact their council representative bye-mail at stac@umuc.edu.More information on shared governance is available in thechapter on University Policies in this catalog and online atwww.umuc.edu/gov.Financial AidUMUC’s Financial Aid Office administers a variety of financialassistance programs—including grants, scholarships, federalwork-study, and loans—to help students meet the costs of theireducational goals. Aid is available for students who can demonstratefinancial need, academic merit, or both. Regardless ofincome level, all students are encouraged to apply for assistance;many financing alternatives are available.General Eligibility RequirementsAn eligible applicant for UMUC need-based assistance must■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■Be admitted to UMUC as a degree-seeking or eligiblecertificate-seeking student.Be a U.S. citizen or an eligible noncitizen.Be enrolled half-time for federal loan programs; institutionalaid requires enrollment for at least 3 credits.Demonstrate satisfactory academic progress toward a degreeor certificate according to UMUC policy.Have a high school diploma or GED.Possess a valid Social Security number.Register with Selective Service, if required to do so.Not be in default on any federal student loans, nor have borrowedin excess of loan limits, nor owe a refund on any grantunder Title IV federal student aid programs.Not be ineligible based on a drug conviction.140G R A D U A T E C A T A L O G | 2 0 1 0 – 2 0 1 1