University of Maryland University College For more than 60 years, University of Maryland University College has been the leading provider of education services to the U.S. military. UMUC is one of 11 accredited, degree-granting institutions in the University System of Maryland (USM). Offering a broad range of cutting-edge classes, UMUC has earned a global reputation for excellence. Headquartered in Adelphi, Maryland, UMUC has classroom locations in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, with award-winning online classes available to students worldwide. UMUC Europe provides top quality academic programs to U.S. military communities in the European and Central Commands, including war zones. Find out why more students and faculty are making UMUC their choice for higher learning.