Welcome
Academic Engagement and Transition Programs (AETP) works closely with academic departments and other campus units to provide a distinctive experience for every UMBC undergraduate student. These experiences are designed to engage students in the intellectual life of the university and promote academic excellence.
Our UMBC Community redefines excellence in higher education through an inclusive culture that connects innovative teaching and learning, research across disciplines, and civic engagement. We will advance knowledge, economic prosperity, and social justice by welcoming and inspiring inquisitive minds from all backgrounds.
~ (UMBC Vision Statement)
In keeping with the above vision, AETP sponsors initiatives and programs that connect students to the resources that will help prepare them to deal with complexity, diversity, academic challenges, and change. Students can enroll in an academic transition course through the University Seminar Series (UNIV) and/or a special topic seminar to fulfill a General Education Program (GEP) requirement (FYS). Additional programmatic opportunities include offering Summer and Winter experiences for new students and partnering with Residential Life in the Division of Student Affairs to offer the Living-Learning Communities (LLCs).
AETP strives to help all undergraduate students, particularly those in their first year on campus, to identify purposeful pathways for learning and engagement with the goal of preparing students for success during their time on campus and beyond. We hope students will take advantage of the opportunities we offer and we invite you to browse the links on our website to learn more about who we are and what we offer.
Our Mission
Our mission is to lead and connect to the UMBC community by coordinating university-wide initiatives designed to support students toward successful completion of their academic journey at UMBC and to ensure they are prepared to meet the challenges of the future. Academic Engagement and Transition Programs (AETP) is involved in developing and revising curricula and programs to deliver a distinctive experience for all undergraduates.
Our Vision
The Academic Engagement and Transition Program (AETP) enriches the undergraduate student experience academically, socially, and civically. Along with our colleagues in the Division of Undergraduate Academic Affairs (UAA) we work independently and collaboratively to offer programs that contribute to student success and support the broader mission of the university.