Application Process

Applications for the post-baccalaureate certificates are accepted for the Fall & Spring semesters. To apply, complete a UMBC Graduate Application for Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Programs.

1. Apply online – Select Application for Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program
   • Submit your statement of goals as an attachment in the “Academic Goals and Research Interests” section
   • Recommendations are optional. Please put N/A in these fields if you choose not to enter names of references.
   • Complete residency information to be reviewed for in-state tuition rates
2. Request official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions to be sent to UMBC Graduate School, 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250 or emailed to gradschool@umbc.edu.
3. Submit Experience Form to gradschool@umbc.edu or sgprofessionalprograms@umbc.edu.

The following information is required to process your application:

• Completed application including residency form (determines in-state tuition eligibility)
  • Use Program code PSGI for Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Professional Studies: Geographic Information Systems
• Statement of academic goals
• Experience Form
• Official transcript(s) from each college university attended
• Non-refundable application fee ($50 online)