Welcome to Scholars
A nationally acclaimed living–learning program
The attention of a small college, the opportunities of a cutting-edge research university.
Programs that enhance your studies
Each of College Park Scholars' 12 programs covers a thematic area that allows students to connect their major and other interests and learn across fields
Learn About Our ProgramsThis program sends me forward equipped with knowledge, skills, a network and the courage I need to continue my growth.
78,368
Hours of service to the community over 25 Service Days
8,000+
Internships, research projects and service-learning initiatives completed for sophomore capstone
83
Approximate number of majors in each Scholars cohort
Important Dates
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August 26, 2021
Scholars Under the Lights
First-year Scholars students will kick off their Scholars experience with a fun evening getting to know their fellow Scholars through active games and other community-building activities.
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August 27, 2021
Service Day
First-year Scholars' begin their first full day as Terps with a day-long service activity with their Scholars program.
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September 2, 2021
Convocation
What does it mean to be a Scholars student? During this event, freshmen Scholars will learn what makes Scholars unique and what it means to be a part of this community at the University of Maryland.
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September 3, 2021
Scholars Block Party
With the first week of classes under your belt, come to the Scholars Block Party to let off some steam, have fun, meet new people and learn more about Scholars student organizations and other ways to get involved at the University of Ma
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Latest News
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Longtime International Studies Director Concludes Scholars Tenure
A renowned scholar of political psychology, political violence and genocide, James Glass oversaw the International Studies Scholars program for 15 years.Dr.
3 Scholars Alums Among University’s Undergraduate Researchers of the Year
Three Scholars alums were among the seven students named University of Maryland’s 2021 Undergraduate Researchers of the Year.
10 Scholars Alums to Serve as Spring Commencement Senior Marshals
A significant number of Scholars alumni will be serving as Senior Marshals at the University of Maryland commencement this Friday, May 21, 2021. Senior Marshals are graduating seniors who display the highest levels of scholarship, service, extracurricular activity and personal growth.
Despite Being Virtual, Scholars Showcases Promote Personal Interaction
For most University of Maryland (UMD) students, the end of the spring semester heralds the start of finals. But for sophomores in College Park Scholars, for the past 24 years, this time of year has signified Academic Showcase.
Scholars Alumni Named to Prestigious Maryland Medallion Society
Several Scholars alumni were named to the Maryland Medallion Society during the 40th Annual University of Maryland Student Leadership Awards this month. The Medallion Society is a prestigious group consisting of 20 of the brightest student leaders at the university:
Scholars-helmed Teams Win $8,000 in Awards at 2021 Do Good Challenge
An entirely virtual environment for this year’s University of Maryland Do Good Challenge did not stop teams led by Scholars alums from earning significant monetary awards for their initiatives. The annual event features student teams that are working to make a difference competing for funding support. Of this year’s six finalist teams, three were helmed by those with ties to Scholars: