UMBC-Shady Grove

Caps off to the Class of 2026 🎓✨ Congratulations, graduates — your next chapter begins now.

The clock is ticking for new students planning to start the Translational Life Science Technology (TLST) program at UMBC-Shady Grove this fall. The June 1 application deadline is just around the corner, and so is your chance to secure the TLST Starter Scholarship!

By applying now, you could receive $1,500 per year for two years ($3,000 total) to help you gain the skills needed for Maryland’s booming biohealth industry.

View the requirements and start your application today: https://shadygrove.umbc.edu/biotech-scholarship/

Wishing all students focus, clarity, and confidence in their studies today. One step at a time — your hard work is building something meaningful. 📚✨

Transfer to the Mechanical Engineering program at UMBC-Shady Grove and you could receive up to $5,000 in scholarship funding!

💰 $2,500 per year (up to 2 years)
📍 Same UMBC degree, convenient Shady Grove location
🚀 Hands-on learning for aspiring engineers

Apply by 6/1 for Fall 2026. Start here: shadygrove.umbc.edu/mech-scholarship/

From the classroom to the lab to leadership in STEM, the impact of the Meyerhoff Scholars Program continues to grow.

UMBC is celebrating a major milestone: 500 Meyerhoff Scholars have now earned Ph.D.s. Among them is Dr. Joseph Washington ’97, whose journey reflects the power of mentorship, community, and opportunity in shaping future scholars and educators.

Read the story: Meyerhoff Scholars Program Celebrates 500th Ph.D.
https://umbc.edu/stories/meyerhoff-scholars-program-celebrates-500th-ph-d/

Could an extra $3,000 help fuel your future in biotechnology? 🧬💰

We want to help you transition from the classroom to the lab with less financial stress. Our TLST Starter Scholarship offers new students $1,500 per year for two years to help cover the cost of their degree!

Located in the heart of Maryland’s Biohealth Capital Region, the TLST program is a one-of-a-kind pathway into high-demand careers like vaccine development and genomic medicine.

Apply by 6/1 for Fall 2026: shadygrove.umbc.edu/biotech-scholarship/

How does $5,000 to help cover the cost of your education sound?

We know that for many students, the cost of finishing a degree can be the biggest hurdle. That’s why UMBC-Shady Grove is offering a specialized Mechanical Engineering scholarship for incoming transfer students!

Get UMBC's ABET-accredited curriculum and expert faculty right here in Rockville—with extra financial peace of mind.

Start here: shadygrove.umbc.edu/mech-scholarship/

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Are you ready to reset and recharge soon? Get ready for the summer! 🏖️ What are your plans? 🤩

🐾 Another fun Retriever Pride event at UMBC-Shady Grove! 🐾 Students, staff, and faculty had the chance to play games, grab a snack, and socialize. Big thanks to the UMBC Bookstore team for bringing the Bookstore pop-up shop to Shady Grove! 📚