Golden ID
The Golden ID program (policy VIII-2.30) allows eligible senior citizens to take advantage of the variety of courses offered at the University of Maryland.
Eligibility and Restrictions
Eligibility
To be eligible for participation in the Golden ID program, an individual must satisfy all of the following criteria:
- Must be 60 years of age or older
- Must be a legal resident of the State of Maryland
- Must be retired (not engaged in gainful employment for more than 20 hours a week)
- Must be admitted and registered in programs/courses that are state-supported
Restrictions
Golden ID benefits may not be used for enrollment in any of the following types of programs and/or courses:
- Programs or courses that are not state-supported (as indicated below)
- Consortium courses or Continuing & Executive Education Programs
- Winter session courses
| Programs and courses that are not state-supported can be found here. |
How to Apply
An application for admission must be submitted through the appropriate admissions office. An admissions application is required even if you do not plan to pursue a degree; in such cases, you may apply as a non-degree seeking student.
If you are interested in enrolling in an undergraduate program or registering as a non-degree seeking undergraduate student, you must apply through the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Visit the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for more information about the application process. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions can be contacted by:
- Phone: 301-314-8377
- Email: applymaryland@umd.edu
If you are interested in enrolling in a graduate program or registering as an advanced special student, you must apply through the Graduate School. Visit the Graduate School for more information about the application process. The Graduate School can be contacted by:
- Phone: 301-405-3644
- Email: gradschool@umd.edu
Tuition and Fees
Golden ID students are responsible for paying the following fees:
- Admissions application fee (graduate or undergraduate, as appropriate)
- Golden ID fee for each semester registered
- Additional fees associated with certain courses (studio fees, lab fees, books, study materials, etc.)
Golden ID students who are enrolled at the university and are registered in a state-supported program will have their tuition automatically waived per policy VIII-2.30.
How to Register
- Golden ID students can register via Testudo on a space available basis for a maximum of three courses.
- Registration for fall and spring semesters begins on the third day of classes.
- Students must meet all course prerequisite and co-requisite requirements.
For additional information or questions, please email registrar-help@umd.edu with the subject line “Golden ID.”
Other Program Details
- The Golden ID program offers participants with access to certain academic services, including the use of the libraries, as well as certain other non-academic services. Services are only available to those who have registered for one or more courses in the current term.
- Golden ID students have the opportunity to become involved with the Golden ID Student Association which provides cultural and social events, course recommendations, and peer advising. Please check your email near the start of each fall and spring semester for additional information.
- Golden ID students are not eligible for Consortium courses or Continuing & Executive Education Programs.