Welcome to Scholars
A nationally acclaimed living–learning program
The attention of a small college, the opportunities of a cutting-edge research university.
Here's what to do next...
1. Register for our online info session on Thursday, Feb. 5 at 7 p.m. ET to get introduced to what Scholars is and how it can enhance your UMD experience. Get the scoop from Scholars students. If the Zoom has reached capacity, head over to the Scholars YouTube page and watch the live broadcast!
2. Dig deeper into all things Scholars! Check out the 'About' and other pages on our website.
3. Read up on our 13 unique programs. (You'll want to do this in preparation for Step 4!)
4. Complete the Program Preference Form in your Terps Application Portal by 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 16 to reserve your space in Scholars!
Programs that enhance your studies
Each College Park Scholars program covers a thematic area that allows students to connect their major and other interests and gain new perspectives
Learn About Our Programs
29th Annual Academic Showcase
What a time! Thank you to all the mentors, faculty, staff, and distinguished guests who came out to support our Scholars!
Images from 2025 Academic ShowcaseThis program sends me forward equipped with knowledge, skills, a network and the courage I need to continue my growth.
Important Upcoming Dates
Scholars Online Info Session - Feb 5, 7 p.m. EST
Scholars Touchpoint #1 - Feb. 6, 7 p.m. EST
Scholars Touchpoint #2 - Feb. 9, 7 p.m. EST
Scholars Touchpoint #3 - Feb. 12, 7 p.m. EST
Program Preference Form Due - Feb 16 by 11:59 p.m. EST
Latest News
PL Alum Tapped to Lead State Government Relations
The University of Maryland recently named Maryland Delegate Jazz M. Lewis as its director of state government relations. As director, Lewis will serve as the university’s primary liaison to state and local officials, working closely with senior leadership, faculty and campus partners to advance UMD’s priorities.Lewis is a two-time graduate of the University of Maryland, earning a Bachelor of Arts in government and politics and a Master of Public Policy degree. As an undergraduate, he participated in College Park Scholars’ Public Leadership Program, an experience he credits with launching his career in public service.
PL Alum Tapped to Lead State Government Relations
The University of Maryland recently named Maryland Delegate Jazz M. Lewis as its director of state government relations. As director, Lewis will serve as the university’s primary liaison to state and local officials, working closely with senior leadership, faculty and campus partners to advance UMD’s priorities.Lewis is a two-time graduate of the University of Maryland, earning a Bachelor of Arts in government and politics and a Master of Public Policy degree. As an undergraduate, he participated in College Park Scholars’ Public Leadership Program, an experience he credits with launching his career in public service.
PL Alum Tapped to Lead State Government Relations
The University of Maryland recently named Maryland Delegate Jazz M. Lewis as its director of state government relations. As director, Lewis will serve as the university’s primary liaison to state and local officials, working closely with senior leadership, faculty and campus partners to advance UMD’s priorities.Lewis is a two-time graduate of the University of Maryland, earning a Bachelor of Arts in government and politics and a Master of Public Policy degree. As an undergraduate, he participated in College Park Scholars’ Public Leadership Program, an experience he credits with launching his career in public service.
14th Good Neighbor Day engages volunteers
Students from Data Justice were among many College Park Scholars programs participating in the 2025 edition of Good Neighbor Day throughout the city of College Park and surrounding areas.
14th Good Neighbor Day engages volunteers
Students from Data Justice were among many College Park Scholars programs participating in the 2025 edition of Good Neighbor Day throughout the city of College Park and surrounding areas.
14th Good Neighbor Day engages volunteers
Students from Data Justice were among many College Park Scholars programs participating in the 2025 edition of Good Neighbor Day throughout the city of College Park and surrounding areas.
Transforming Campus Cultures for Good
Many transformative practices that University of Maryland College of Education researchers, including College Park Scholars' coordinator for student engagement Dr. Ashley Ogwo, have uncovered in a study of how higher education institutions are facilitating success for their Black, Latine, Indigenous and low-income students.
Transforming Campus Cultures for Good
Many transformative practices that University of Maryland College of Education researchers, including College Park Scholars' coordinator for student engagement Dr. Ashley Ogwo, have uncovered in a study of how higher education institutions are facilitating success for their Black, Latine, Indigenous and low-income students.
Transforming Campus Cultures for Good
Many transformative practices that University of Maryland College of Education researchers, including College Park Scholars' coordinator for student engagement Dr. Ashley Ogwo, have uncovered in a study of how higher education institutions are facilitating success for their Black, Latine, Indigenous and low-income students.
Scholar Earns Philip Merrill Presidential Honors
A College Park Scholars alum has been tabbed one of the University of Maryland's top graduating seniors. Senior Anna Karan, a Psychology major who received her Scholars citation from Public Leadership, was one of 18 students selected as a 2025-26 Philip Merrill Presidential Scholar. The program, established through a generous gift from the late publisher Philip Merrill, recognizes the achievements of the students and the mentors who profoundly impacted their academic success.
Scholar Earns Philip Merrill Presidential Honors
A College Park Scholars alum has been tabbed one of the University of Maryland's top graduating seniors. Senior Anna Karan, a Psychology major who received her Scholars citation from Public Leadership, was one of 18 students selected as a 2025-26 Philip Merrill Presidential Scholar. The program, established through a generous gift from the late publisher Philip Merrill, recognizes the achievements of the students and the mentors who profoundly impacted their academic success.
Scholar Earns Philip Merrill Presidential Honors
A College Park Scholars alum has been tabbed one of the University of Maryland's top graduating seniors. Senior Anna Karan, a Psychology major who received her Scholars citation from Public Leadership, was one of 18 students selected as a 2025-26 Philip Merrill Presidential Scholar. The program, established through a generous gift from the late publisher Philip Merrill, recognizes the achievements of the students and the mentors who profoundly impacted their academic success.
Why ‘Entrepreneurship’ Replaced ‘Economics’ as the ‘E’ in BSE Scholars
When the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business ceremonially opened the Enterprise Mobility Foundation Career Boutique and Wellness Room on Sept. 9, 2025, it marked a collaboration between Smith’s Office of Career Services (OCS) and the College Park BSE Scholars to provide, in part, students with a full service including free professional attire for interviews, job fairs and new career opportunities.
Why ‘Entrepreneurship’ Replaced ‘Economics’ as the ‘E’ in BSE Scholars
When the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business ceremonially opened the Enterprise Mobility Foundation Career Boutique and Wellness Room on Sept. 9, 2025, it marked a collaboration between Smith’s Office of Career Services (OCS) and the College Park BSE Scholars to provide, in part, students with a full service including free professional attire for interviews, job fairs and new career opportunities.
Why ‘Entrepreneurship’ Replaced ‘Economics’ as the ‘E’ in BSE Scholars
When the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business ceremonially opened the Enterprise Mobility Foundation Career Boutique and Wellness Room on Sept. 9, 2025, it marked a collaboration between Smith’s Office of Career Services (OCS) and the College Park BSE Scholars to provide, in part, students with a full service including free professional attire for interviews, job fairs and new career opportunities.