Second-Year Experience

Welcome to the Next Step in Your Academic Career!

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AD of Transfer
Academic Programs

Abby Hart

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The Second-Year Experience (SYE) is one of the pillars of Academic Engagement and Transition Programs within the Division of Undergraduate Academic Affairs. These experiences are designed to engage students returning to UMBC more deeply in the intellectual life of the university and promote academic excellence.

Here is some of what you can expect for your Second-Year Experience (SYE):