
Getting a Driver's License
To legally drive a vehicle in the United States, obtain a driver’s license from the Motor Vehicle Association or Department of Motor Vehicles from the state you currently live in.

Child Care & School
Plan for your child's or children's enrollment in school or registration at daycare.

Housing
On-campus and off-campus housing information, resources and support.

LGBTQ+ Resources
In 2020, the University of Maryland College Park ranked #1 in the nation for LGBTQ+ students. Find information on how we strive to ensure LGBTQ+ feel welcome and supported at UMD.

Organizations & Activities
There are so many ways to get involved! Get to know other students and find your community on campus.

Transportation
Located in the Washington D.C. Metro area, there are many different public and private transportation options to arrive on campus as well as access diverse cultural and academic community resources.

Student & Directory IDs
In order to access UMD services you will need to obtain your Student ID card and activate your online Directory ID.

Language Partner Program
The SLLC-ISSS Language Partner Program (LPP) offers international students the opportunity to serve as tutors outside the classroom for students in the SLLC program at UMD to practice their target language in an informal yet structured way. For international students ("tutors"), the LPP provides a forum for connecting with U.S. students and integrating into the UMD campus.

International Terp Career Development
A group of workshops and programs focused on the career needs of international students at UMD.