The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) is a dynamic public research university that integrates teaching, research, and service to benefit the citizens of Maryland. As an honors university, UMBC offers academically talented students a robust undergraduate liberal arts foundation that prepares them for graduate and professional study, entry into the workforce, and community service and leadership. At the graduate level, UMBC emphasizes science, engineering, information technology, human services, and public policy.

UMBC contributes significantly to the economic development of the state and region through entrepreneurial initiatives, workforce training, K-16 partnerships, and technology commercialization in collaboration with public agencies and the corporate community. The university is committed to cultural and ethnic diversity, social responsibility, and lifelong learning.