Citation Requirements
Scholars students have the opportunity to earn a citation on their transcript, a formal academic distinction that indicates achievement above and beyond completing degree and major requirements. These citation requirements are rooted in our values, emphasizing not simply interdisciplinary learning but also the importance of community. To earn a Scholars citation, therefore, students must:
Current Students
Whether you need to check your citation requirements, register for Academic Showcase or apply for scholarships, you've come to the right place.
Incoming Students
Welcome! We're delighted you've made the decision to attend the University of Maryland (UMD) and be a part of College Park Scholars.
Plan Ahead
For those living on campus in the fall, please keep an eye on the Department of Resident Life website for move-in information. We will update this page with additional details during the summer.
There are also a few steps you need to take before move-in.
Invited Students
Congratulations! You have been invited to join one of the most highly regarded living-learning communities in the nation. We are excited for you to join our talented, curious and engaged students.
Andrew Rosenblatt
College Park Scholars Mourns Ira Berlin
College Park Scholars mourns Ira Berlin, who died June 5, 2018, in Washington. Berlin was a celebrated historian and scholar on slavery who, as dean for undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland, helped found College Park Scholars in 1993. The intent was to combine the best of academic and student affairs into a singular living–learning program for high-achieving students.
Student Advisory Board
Mission
The Scholars Student Advisory Board amplifies student voices, connects programs with central staff and with each other, represents diverse perspectives, and strengthens our communities in order to enhance the Scholars student experience.
Upcoming
Join us for our Open Meeting on Thursday, October 23, at 6:15 p.m. in ESJ B0324 to see what SAB is all about!
Scholars Promoting and Revitalizing Care (SPARC)
SPARC, or Scholars Promoting and Revitalizing Care, was founded in 2016 to bring more awareness to the mental health issues faced by college students today and to advocate for greater wellness and self-care amongst students in Scholars and at the University of Maryland (UMD).
Through campus advocacy efforts, social media content, in-person wellness events and more, we emphasize the primary importance of mental health in ensuring student success.
Peer Mentors
Starting college can be overwhelming—particularly at a large institution such as the University of Maryland. Scholars' Peer Mentors program works to make the transition to college easier for all of our freshmen, by pairing them with an experienced sophomore Scholar who can show them the ropes.