The Basics of using myUMBC for Students

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:06:34 -0400
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Welcome to myUMBC! Here is a brief overview of what and where to find information as a UMBC student.

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This is a useful research tool for finding what you want through myUMBC if you’re not sure where to look

You can ask general and personal questions, and using AI, it will do its best to provide you with an accurate answer

1. Profile

Under your “Profile” tab, you can find different cards for information about you as a member of UMBC

You can find information about your degree, registration, grades, billing, financial aid, parking, and more

There is also a list of tabs on the left of the page that has a few more options, including “Housing” and “Timesheets”

2. Guide

Here you’ll find information about upcoming deadlines/important dates for the campus, basic profile information, and links to various campus resources

Along the side are different categories of resources for the university

Student staff will also find links and resources for their position

3. Events

The “Events” tab is where you can find out about what's going on on campus throughout the week

You can find fun campus and club events, information sessions, performances, and more

4. Groups

“Groups” is where you can find and receive information about specific clubs, organizations you have joined, as well as different UMBC Departments

By joining groups, you can choose if and how you want to receive updates about events going on or general information about the group

5. Help

The “Help” tab can be used to find links for information or request help on specific topics

Want to learn more about the myUMBC as a site?

Here are some resources about myUMBC

UMBC Community Standards · About myUMBC

Use of Student Data · About myUMBC

We're always looking for ideas on how to make myUMBC better. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or comments.