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The University of Maryland’s Pre-College Programs offer high-school students a rigorous introduction to university life through the flagship Terp Young Scholars (TYS) program and various non-credit discovery camps. TYS allows rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors to enroll in a three-credit undergraduate course, choosing from over 20 subjects including architecture, forensic science, and international relations. Students earn an official grade on a UMD transcript, studying alongside peers in a fast-paced three-week session. For the 2026 cycle, programs are offered in on-campus (commuter) and online formats, with residential options strictly limited to specific grant-funded cohorts. Admission is selective, requiring a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and a formal application review rather than open enrollment. For families seeking a credit-bearing, substantive pathway into a flagship public research university, UMD provides a focused and academically grounded summer experience.