All 8-Month communities will close at 9PM on December 17 and will reopen at 9AM on January 25, 2026.
Before You Leave
- Clean your room and bathroom
- Remove all trash
- Turn the heat to 68-72 degrees
- Unplug all appliances & extension cords (except for the microfridge)
- Clean your refrigerator and dispose of perishable items
- Pack all of your necessities you will need during the Winter Break
- Turn off facuets
- Turn off lights and bathroom exhaust fans
- Close and lock all windows and doors
- Close blinds on ground level floor rooms
- Report any and all facilities concerns to FXIT
- Update your shipping/mailing address
RAs will be conducting room inspections in each 8-month community!
Break Reminders for 9-Month Residents
Dining Options
- Make sure to check Dining Services website for hours of operation during the Winter Break
- Consider alternative food arrangements
- Visit Retriever Essentials - website
Limited On-Campus Services
- Many offices/Departments will be closed and/or operating on limited hours during the Winter Break
- The Harbor Desk will be open 8 am - 8 pm
- If you choose to leave for Winter Break, please follow the above Break Closing instructions for 8-Month residents.
As wintery inclement weather approaches during the Winter Break please make sure you are signed up for text/email alerts, and check your UMBC frequently for all break closing reminders & updates.