Instructional Materials
A list of textbooks recommended for first year courses are provided to incoming students during the summer before enrollment. All textbook lists are also on the School of Dentistry’s online Textbook List. The campus bookstore stocks these books; students may purchase books there or at other bookstores. Approximate costs of textbooks and other instructional materials are as follows:
First year |
$1,725 |
Second year |
$1,600 |
Third year |
$ 600 |
Fourth year |
$ 400 |
Aid programs are centrally administered by Student Financial Aid, located in the Health Sciences/Human Sciences Library, 2nd floor. These programs are designed to help students who otherwise would be financially unable to attend the university. To qualify for aid, the student must apply annually and meet certain eligibility requirements. Students should apply in January for the following academic year using the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
Aid packages often include a combination of loans, grants, scholarships, and work-study designed to meet 100 percent of a student’s needs. The student should call Student Financial Aid at 410-706-7347, visit the Financial Aid website or stop by for fact sheets that contain detailed information on the application process and types of aid available. The office is open from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
In an attempt to meet the ever-increasing needs of students, the Maryland General Assembly allocates earmarked funds to the university for student assistance every year. As a result, university grants are available to Maryland residents who demonstrate a financial need. After careful review of the student’s current financial situation, awards are made on an individual basis.
The policy excerpts contained in this catalog are intended for the convenience of the reader. Students are responsible for familiarizing themselves with the policies and procedures referenced herein as well as campus-wide policies found on the campus web page: http://cf.umaryland.edu/umpolicies.