Discover Your Potential at UMES Graduate Studies
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is the only doctoral degree-granting research institution on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and the state’s 1890 Land-Grant University. At UMES, the School of Graduate Studies invites you to become part of a vibrant, research-driven community committed to innovation, leadership and real-world impact. From advanced master’s degrees to doctoral programs, our courses span fields such as cybersecurity, marine and environmental sciences, education leadership, and food and agricultural sciences.


Our Mission
To provide advanced specialized training to meet the needs of professions and occupations seeking a pool of skilled professionals, practitioners and researchers for entry level and career advancement positions, or the needs of individuals seeking career change, continuing education or lifelong learning opportunities.
Why Choose Us
- At UMES Graduate School, we prepare leaders through rigorous research, innovation, and practice.
- Within this community, critical inquiry, creativity, and discovery are actively fostered.
- We provide an environment where students and faculty thrive together in scholarship.

Join us in advancing solutions, driving innovation, and building a brighter future through graduate education.
Let us provide you with quality education for your career!!!



